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St Francis of Assisi School

Elementary School

112 SAXER AVE, Springfield, PA 19064

Private

Enrollment

197

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#621 of 873

In Springfield

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Francis of Assisi School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Springfield HS

8.0/10

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4.7/10

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About St Francis of Assisi School

St Francis of Assisi School is a private elementary school in Springfield, PA. St Francis of Assisi School serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #621 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 197 students, St Francis of Assisi School 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 Francis of Assisi 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

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How St Francis of Assisi School compares to the 5 public schools in Springfield, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
This School
vs
16.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
197
This School
vs
881
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.4% vs 0%
Black 2% vs 0%
Asian 2% vs 0%
St Francis of Assisi School Springfield Public Avg

All Schools in Springfield

School Rating
St Francis of Assisi School (this school) 5.8
Springfield HS 8.0
Springfield Literacy Center 4.7
Richardson MS 7.4
Scenic Hills El Sch 8.0
Sabold El Sch 8.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 197
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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)

White 95.4%
Black 2.0%
Asian 2.0%
Two or More 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

112 SAXER AVE, Springfield, PA 19064

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Francis of Assisi School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Swarthmore-Rutledge Sch (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Swarthmore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Loomis El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Broomall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sabold El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Springfield HS Springfield 0.1 mi 8.0
Springfield Literacy Center Springfield 0.5 mi 4.7
Richardson MS Springfield 0.6 mi 7.4
Sabold El Sch Springfield 1.0 mi 8.5
Scenic Hills El Sch Springfield 0.9 mi 8.0
ANCONA MONTESSORI SCHOOL-DREXEL HILL Drexel Hill 1.3 mi
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Springfield 1.2 mi 7.2
Westbrook Park El Sch Clifton Heights 1.4 mi 3.8
Swarthmore-Rutledge Sch Swarthmore 1.8 mi 9.2
ST MARK'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clifton Heights 1.5 mi
ST DOROTHY SCHOOL Drexel Hill 2.0 mi 6.6
Primos El Sch Primos 1.7 mi 5.1
ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Primos 1.7 mi 7.5
ST EUGENES SCHOOL Primos 1.7 mi 7.6
RIDLEY AREA YMCA-CHILDCARE Secane 2.0 mi 5.9
Amosland El Sch Morton 2.2 mi 7.8
Edgewood El Sch Folsom 2.4 mi 6.0
Loomis El Sch Broomall 2.4 mi 8.6
GEOGE CROTHERS MEMORIAL SCHOOL Swarthmore 2.5 mi 8.2
Ridley HS Folsom 2.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,230

Median Home Value

$389,600

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

25,137

College Educated

47.8%

Homeownership

94%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Francis of Assisi School

What grades does St Francis of Assisi School serve?

St Francis of Assisi School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Francis of Assisi School?

St Francis of Assisi School has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis of Assisi School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Francis of Assisi School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Francis of Assisi School rank in PA?

St Francis of Assisi School ranks #621 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is St Francis of Assisi School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 of Assisi School a private school?

Yes, St Francis of Assisi 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 of Assisi School a religious school?

St Francis of Assisi School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
197
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Delaware County

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