Very Good
#289 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 33% of private schools
St Dominic School
Elementary School
8510 FRANKFORD AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#289 of 873
In Philadelphia
#35 of 95
public schools
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St Dominic School
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Dominic School
St Dominic School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Dominic School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Dominic 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 Dominic School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dominic School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Brown Joseph Sch | 3.6 |
| New Foundations CS | 5.0 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch | 3.5 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | 6.4 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch | 2.2 |
| Holme Thomas Sch | 5.1 |
| Mayfair Sch | 3.6 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch | 5.4 |
| Keystone Academy CS | 3.1 |
| Disston Hamilton Sch | 2.3 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch | 4.0 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch | 3.6 |
| Allen Ethan Sch | 3.7 |
| Castor Gardens MS | 3.3 |
| Frank Anne Sch | 6.6 |
| Lawton Henry W Sch | 4.2 |
| Tacony Academy CS | 5.2 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch | 3.7 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch | 3.4 |
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
8510 FRANKFORD AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dominic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Riverton School District (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JEROME SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FATHER JUDGE HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Brown Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| New Foundations CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | — |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln HS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Holme Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ALPHA HOUSE NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| NAZARETH ACADEMY GRADE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Keystone Academy CS Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Riverton School District Riverton | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Disston Hamilton Sch Philadelphia | 2.1 mi | 2.3 |
| Mayfair Sch Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| ORCHARD FRIENDS SCHOOL Riverton | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,499
Median Home Value
$215,000
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
35,898
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carroll El Sch Shermans Dale, PA | 7.0 |
| Cochranton El Sch Cochranton, PA | 7.0 |
| Conneaut Lake-Sadsbury El Sch Conneaut Lake, PA | 7.0 |
| HOLY CHILD SCHOOL AT ROSEMONT Bryn Mawr, PA | 7.0 |
| Manheim El Sch Glenville, PA | 7.0 |
| Mary D Lang Kdg Ctr Kennett Square, PA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dominic School
What grades does St Dominic School serve?
St Dominic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Dominic School?
St Dominic School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dominic School rank in PA?
St Dominic School ranks #289 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Dominic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dominic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dominic School a private school?
Yes, St Dominic 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 Dominic School a religious school?
St Dominic 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
- 271
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 333-6703
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