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#543 of 873 private schools in PA
St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School
917 S 47TH ST, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#543 of 873
In Philadelphia
#64 of 95
public schools
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St Francis De Sales School
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About St Francis De Sales School
St Francis De Sales School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Francis De Sales School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #543 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Francis De Sales School runs 26.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Francis De Sales 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 Francis De Sales School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis De Sales School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Comegys Benjamin B Sch | 4.3 |
| Lea Henry C Sch | 7.1 |
| Penn Alexander Sch | 9.1 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams | 4.0 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey | 5.7 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch | 3.2 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS | 4.2 |
| Mitchell El Sch | 3.0 |
| Independence CS West | 5.2 |
| Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS | 4.1 |
| Locke Alain Sch | 4.3 |
| Longstreth William C Sch | 4.0 |
| Mastery CS-Harrity Campus | 4.8 |
| Middle Years Alternative | 3.9 |
| Hamilton Andrew Sch | 2.5 |
| Universal Alcorn CS | 6.6 |
| Washington Martha Sch | 4.9 |
| Powel Samuel Sch | 8.2 |
| Science Leadership Academy MS | 7.1 |
| Richard Allen Preparatory CS | 3.7 |
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
917 S 47TH ST, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penn Alexander Sch (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUBILEE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Lea Henry C Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| JUBILEE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| The Workshop School Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Penn Alexander Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Robeson HS for Human Services Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Independence CS West Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Locke Alain Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Parkway West Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,964
Median Home Value
$152,000
Median Rent
$1,235/mo
Population
62,503
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales School
What grades does St Francis De Sales School serve?
St Francis De Sales School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales School?
St Francis De Sales School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales School rank in PA?
St Francis De Sales School ranks #543 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Francis De Sales School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis De Sales School a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales 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 Francis De Sales School a religious school?
St Francis De Sales 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
- 479
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 387-1749
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