Very Good
#196 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 22% of private schools
St Ephrem School
Elementary School
5340 HULMEVILLE RD, Bensalem, PA 19020
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#196 of 873
In Bensalem
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Ephrem School
Elementary School in Bensalem · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Bensalem Twp HS
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Valley EL Sch
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About St Ephrem School
St Ephrem School is a private elementary school in Bensalem, PA. St Ephrem School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ephrem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Ephrem 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 Ephrem School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Bensalem, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ephrem School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Valley El Sch | 3.9 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch | 5.1 |
| Benjamin Rush El Sch | 4.2 |
| Cecelia Snyder MS | 4.1 |
| Robert K Shafer MS | 4.5 |
| Russell C Struble El Sch | 6.3 |
| Samuel K Faust El Sch | 4.5 |
| Cornwells El Sch | 4.5 |
| School Lane CS | 7.3 |
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
5340 HULMEVILLE RD, Bensalem, PA 19020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ephrem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF GRACE (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Penndel), with a comparable rating. Another option is Tawanka El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Langhorne), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hoover El Sch (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Langhorne), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bensalem, see our Bensalem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bensalem Twp HS Bensalem | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Valley El Sch Bensalem | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch Bensalem | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Cecelia Snyder MS Bensalem | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Robert K Shafer MS Bensalem | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Russell C Struble El Sch Bensalem | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE Penndel | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PHILADELPHIA CHRISTIAN CENTER ACADEMY Bensalem | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Hoover El Sch Langhorne | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Samuel K Faust El Sch Bensalem | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Neshaminy HS Langhorne | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Cornwells El Sch Bensalem | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Tawanka El Sch Langhorne | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODS SERVICES Langhorne | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Keystone El Sch Croydon | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,158
Median Home Value
$344,400
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
57,079
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wexford, PA | 7.4 |
| Eshleman El Sch Millersville, PA | 7.4 |
| GREENE STREET FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| Gray's Woods El Sch Port Matilda, PA | 7.4 |
| Karen A. Ionta El Sch Hermitage, PA | 7.4 |
| Kunkel El Sch Middletown, PA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ephrem School
What grades does St Ephrem School serve?
St Ephrem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Ephrem School?
St Ephrem School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ephrem School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ephrem School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Ephrem School rank in PA?
St Ephrem School ranks #196 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Ephrem School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ephrem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Ephrem School a private school?
Yes, St Ephrem 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 Ephrem School a religious school?
St Ephrem School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bucks County
- Phone
- (215) 639-9488
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