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#513 of 873 private schools in PA
St Christopher School
Elementary School
13305 PROCTOR RD, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#513 of 873
In Philadelphia
#63 of 95
public schools
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St Christopher School
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Comly Watson Sch
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About St Christopher School
St Christopher School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Christopher School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Christopher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #513 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Christopher School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Christopher School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Christopher School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Comly Watson Sch | 6.5 |
| Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS | 6.8 |
| Loesche William H Sch | 6.8 |
| Philadelphia Academy CS | 6.8 |
| MaST Community CS III | 4.5 |
| Frank Anne Sch | 6.6 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch | 5.5 |
| Baldi C C A MS | 5.6 |
| Greenberg Joseph Sch | 7.9 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch | 3.4 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch | 5.4 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch | 4.0 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch | 3.5 |
| Tacony Academy CS | 5.2 |
| Fox Chase Sch | 5.4 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| Brown Joseph Sch | 3.6 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | 6.4 |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch | 3.4 |
| Holme Thomas Sch | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 243 schools. View all schools in Philadelphia
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
13305 PROCTOR RD, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Christopher School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRYN ATHYN CHURCH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bryn Athyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Road El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Huntingdon Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Comly Watson Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY Feasterville Trevose | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Loesche William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Philadelphia Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Pine Road El Sch Huntingdon Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Washington George HS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MaST Community CS III Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ANN KIDS Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | — |
| Joseph E Ferderbar El Sch Feasterville | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Poquessing MS Feasterville Trevose | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Swenson Arts and Technology High School Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| NESHAMINY VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Trevose | 2.1 mi | — |
| Frank Anne Sch Philadelphia | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| RED LION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SHAARE SHAMAYIM PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | — |
| ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BRYN ATHYN CHURCH SCHOOL Bryn Athyn | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,558
Median Home Value
$321,400
Median Rent
$1,214/mo
Population
33,421
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
33.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avalon El Sch Pittsburgh, PA | 6.2 |
| Avona El Sch Easton, PA | 6.2 |
| Bellevue El Sch Pittsburgh, PA | 6.2 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia, PA | 6.2 |
| Burrowes El Sch Lancaster, PA | 6.2 |
| Cornell El Sch Coraopolis, PA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Christopher School
What grades does St Christopher School serve?
St Christopher School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Christopher School?
St Christopher School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Christopher School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Christopher School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Christopher School rank in PA?
St Christopher School ranks #513 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Christopher School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Christopher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Christopher School a private school?
Yes, St Christopher School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Christopher School a religious school?
St Christopher School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 299
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 673-5787
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