Needs Improvement
#804 of 873 private schools in PA
St Dominics Academy
Elementary School
329 CLIFF ST STE 1, Honesdale, PA 18431
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#804 of 873
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St Dominics Academy
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About St Dominics Academy
St Dominics Academy is a private elementary school in Honesdale, PA. St Dominics Academy serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominics Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #804 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, St Dominics Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Dominics Academy 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 Dominics Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Honesdale, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Honesdale
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dominics Academy (this school) | 3.6 |
| Honesdale HS | 8.3 |
| Wayne Highlands MS | 8.2 |
| Stourbridge Primary Ctr | 7.9 |
| Lakeside Elementary School | 7.8 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
329 CLIFF ST STE 1, Honesdale, PA 18431
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dominics Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EverGreen El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Ariel), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert D Wilson El School (rated 8.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Waymart), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Damascus Area Sch (rated 8.1/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Damascus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honesdale, see our Honesdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne Highlands MS Honesdale | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Honesdale HS Honesdale | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Stourbridge Primary Ctr Honesdale | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Lakeside Elementary School Honesdale | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Wallenpaupack Area HS Hawley | 9.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Wallenpaupack Area MS Hawley | 9.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Wallenpaupack North Intrmd Sch Hawley | 9.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Wallenpaupack North Prim Sch Hawley | 9.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Robert D Wilson El School Waymart | 8.1 mi | 8.5 |
| CANAAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Ariel | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Western Wayne HS Lake Ariel | 9.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Western Wayne MS Lake Ariel | 9.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Damascus Area Sch Damascus | 12.4 mi | 8.1 |
| EverGreen El Sch Lake Ariel | 13.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Forest City Regional HS Forest City | 12.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Forest City Regional El Sch Forest City | 12.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Fell CS Simpson | 12.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Carbondale Area JSHS Carbondale | 13.6 mi | 3.3 |
| EDISON EARLY LEARNING CENTER Carbondale | 13.7 mi | — |
| Carbondale El Sch Carbondale | 13.8 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,323
Median Home Value
$222,000
Median Rent
$1,013/mo
Population
12,576
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 4.2 |
| REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton, PA | 4.2 |
| FOLLOW ME CHRISTIAN EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Harrisburg, PA | 4.3 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Newtown, PA | 4.3 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dominics Academy
What grades does St Dominics Academy serve?
St Dominics Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Dominics Academy?
St Dominics Academy has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominics Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dominics Academy is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dominics Academy rank in PA?
St Dominics Academy ranks #804 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Dominics Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dominics Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dominics Academy a private school?
Yes, St Dominics Academy 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 Dominics Academy a religious school?
St Dominics Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (570) 253-6254
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