Very Good
#91 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 10% of private schools
St Edmund's Academy
Elementary School
5705 DARLINGTON RD, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#91 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#11 of 46
public schools
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About St Edmund's Academy
St Edmund's Academy is a private elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA. St Edmund's Academy serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Edmund's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Edmund's Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Edmund's 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 Edmund's Academy compares to 132 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Edmund's Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 | 8.7 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 | 8.1 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 | 3.8 |
| Propel CS-Homestead | 3.8 |
| Propel CS-Hazelwood | 4.0 |
Showing 20 of 132 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh
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
5705 DARLINGTON RD, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Edmund's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,695
Median Home Value
$431,600
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
26,200
College Educated
73.7%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
38.3
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| B F Morey El Sch Stroudsburg, PA | 7.9 |
| Commodore Perry Sch Hadley, PA | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Edmund's Academy
What grades does St Edmund's Academy serve?
St Edmund's Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Edmund's Academy?
St Edmund's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Edmund's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Edmund's Academy is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Edmund's Academy rank in PA?
St Edmund's Academy ranks #91 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Edmund's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Edmund's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Edmund's Academy a private school?
Yes, St Edmund's Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Edmund's Academy a religious school?
No, St Edmund's Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 521-1907
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