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#406 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 46% of private schools
St Dorothy School
Elementary School
1225 BURMONT RD, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#406 of 873
In Drexel Hill
#3 of 5
public schools
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St Dorothy School
Elementary School in Drexel Hill · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Dorothy School
St Dorothy School is a private elementary school in Drexel Hill, PA. St Dorothy School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dorothy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Dorothy 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 Dorothy School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Drexel Hill, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dorothy School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr | 3.7 |
| Drexel Hill MS | 3.0 |
| Hillcrest El Sch | 4.0 |
| Garrettford El Sch | 4.5 |
| Charles Kelly El Sch | 3.7 |
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
1225 BURMONT RD, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dorothy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Loomis El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Broomall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chatham Park El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Havertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Drexel Hill, see our Drexel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANCONA MONTESSORI SCHOOL-DREXEL HILL Drexel Hill | 0.7 mi | — |
| Manoa El Sch Havertown | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Scenic Hills El Sch Springfield | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havertown | 1.2 mi | — |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr Drexel Hill | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Hillcrest El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Drexel Hill MS Drexel Hill | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CHILD GUIDANCE ELEMENTARY ED Havertown | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHILD GUIDANCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Havertown | 1.5 mi | — |
| Garrettford El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARK'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clifton Heights | 1.8 mi | — |
| Loomis El Sch Broomall | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Lynnewood El Sch Havertown | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Drexel Hill | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Westbrook Park El Sch Clifton Heights | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Chatham Park El Sch Havertown | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PIUSX SCHOOL Broomall | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,079
Median Home Value
$243,000
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
32,749
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adamstown El Sch Adamstown, PA | 6.6 |
| Blairsville El Sch Blairsville, PA | 6.6 |
| Clearview El Sch Bethlehem, PA | 6.6 |
| College Square El Sch Beaver, PA | 6.6 |
| Greenwich-Lenhartsville El Sch Lenhartsville, PA | 6.6 |
| Hatfield El Sch Uniontown, PA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dorothy School
What grades does St Dorothy School serve?
St Dorothy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Dorothy School?
St Dorothy School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dorothy School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dorothy School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dorothy School rank in PA?
St Dorothy School ranks #406 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Dorothy School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dorothy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dorothy School a private school?
Yes, St Dorothy 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 Dorothy School a religious school?
St Dorothy 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
- 329
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 789-4100
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