Very Good
#187 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 21% of private schools
St Francis Xavier School
Elementary School
465 TABLE ROCK RD, Gettysburg, PA 17325
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#187 of 873
In Gettysburg
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Francis Xavier School
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About St Francis Xavier School
St Francis Xavier School is a private elementary school in Gettysburg, PA. St Francis Xavier School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Xavier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, St Francis Xavier 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.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, St Francis Xavier School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Francis Xavier 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 Xavier School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Gettysburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier School (this school) | 7.4 |
| James Gettys El Sch | 6.7 |
| Vida CS | 6.8 |
| Lincoln El Sch | 5.6 |
| Gettysburg Area MS | 5.7 |
| Gettysburg Montessori CS | 6.5 |
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
465 TABLE ROCK RD, Gettysburg, PA 17325
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Xavier School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Biglerville El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Biglerville), with a comparable rating. Another option is Vida CS (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Franklin Twp El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Cashtown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gettysburg, see our Gettysburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg Area HS Gettysburg | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Adams County Technical Institute Gettysburg | 0.6 mi | — |
| James Gettys El Sch Gettysburg | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| GETTYSBURG SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Gettysburg | 0.8 mi | — |
| Vida CS Gettysburg | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gettysburg | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln El Sch Gettysburg | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Gettysburg Area MS Gettysburg | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Biglerville El Sch Biglerville | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Gettysburg Montessori CS Gettysburg | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Biglerville HS Biglerville | 5.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Upper Adams MS Biglerville | 5.3 mi | 4.4 |
| FOREST LANE MENNONITE SCHOOL Gettysburg | 4.9 mi | — |
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Gettysburg | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Upper Adams Intrmdt Sch Arendtsville | 6.0 mi | 8.4 |
| HOFFMAN ACADEMY Littlestown | 7.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Franklin Twp El Sch Cashtown | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Fairfield Area HS Fairfield | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Fairfield Area MS Fairfield | 9.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Conewago Valley Intrmd Sch New Oxford | 9.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,351
Median Home Value
$278,800
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
29,857
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI Lancaster, PA | 7.4 |
| NITTANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL State College, PA | 7.4 |
| New Franklin El Sch Chambersburg, PA | 7.4 |
| OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL Columbia, PA | 7.4 |
| REGINA ANGELORUM ACADEMY Ardmore, PA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis Xavier School
What grades does St Francis Xavier School serve?
St Francis Xavier School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis Xavier School?
St Francis Xavier School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis Xavier School rank in PA?
St Francis Xavier School ranks #187 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Francis Xavier School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis Xavier 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 Francis Xavier School a private school?
Yes, St Francis Xavier 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 Xavier School a religious school?
St Francis Xavier School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Adams County
- Phone
- (717) 334-4221
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