Very Good
#249 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 28% of private schools
St Francis Xavier School
Elementary School
641 N 24TH ST, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#249 of 873
In Philadelphia
#29 of 95
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 Philadelphia, PA. St Francis Xavier School serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Xavier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 162 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.
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 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Bache-Martin Sch | 7.5 |
| Waring Laura W Sch | 4.5 |
| Morris Robert Sch | 4.8 |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch | 8.0 |
| Russell Byers CS | 2.1 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy | 4.2 |
| People for People CS | 2.1 |
| Math Civics and Sciences CS | 3.8 |
| McMichael Morton Sch | 5.3 |
| Kelley William D Sch | 6.0 |
| Greenfield Albert M Sch | 9.1 |
| Freire CS | 3.8 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch | 4.1 |
| Spring Garden Sch | 3.2 |
| Powel Samuel Sch | 8.2 |
| Science Leadership Academy MS | 7.1 |
| Alliance for Progress CS | 2.6 |
| Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS | 7.8 |
| Gideon Edward Sch | 4.1 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS | 4.6 |
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.
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
641 N 24TH ST, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Xavier School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenfield Albert M Sch (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bache-Martin Sch (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bache-Martin Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Morris Robert Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Waring Laura W Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR HOUSE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | — |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| GREENE TOWNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| CLEMENTINE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Russell Byers CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.1 |
| Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| PHILLY AGILE LEARNING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Franklin LC Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Kelley William D Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Greenfield Albert M Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Freire CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,436
Median Home Value
$483,500
Median Rent
$1,836/mo
Population
30,424
College Educated
78.5%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greenock El Sch Mckeesport, PA | 7.2 |
| Jackson El Sch Johnstown, PA | 7.2 |
| OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ephrata, PA | 7.2 |
| Pleasantville Elementary School Pleasantville, PA | 7.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 7.2 |
| ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.2 |
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 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis Xavier School rank in PA?
St Francis Xavier School ranks #249 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 7.2 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 763-6564
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