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#602 of 873 private schools in PA
St Helena School
Elementary School
1499 DEKALB PIKE, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#602 of 873
In Blue Bell
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Helena School
Elementary School in Blue Bell · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Helena School
St Helena School is a private elementary school in Blue Bell, PA. St Helena School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Helena School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Helena 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 Helena School compares to the 2 public schools in Blue Bell, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Blue Bell
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Helena School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Stony Creek El Sch | 9.3 |
| Blue Bell El Sch | 8.2 |
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
1499 DEKALB PIKE, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Helena School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stony Creek El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Plymouth El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Plymouth Meeting), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shady Grove El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Ambler), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Bell, see our Blue Bell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stony Creek El Sch Blue Bell | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| CENTRE SQUARE MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE Blue Bell | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTRE SQUARE ACADEMY Blue Bell | 1.1 mi | — |
| East Norriton MS Norristown | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER East Norriton | 1.3 mi | — |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY East Norriton | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Blue Bell El Sch Blue Bell | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Cole Manor El Sch Norristown | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Colonial MS Plymouth Meeting | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Central Montco Technical High School Plymouth Meeting | 2.3 mi | — |
| CAPSTONE ACADEMY East Norriton | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Plymouth El Sch Plymouth Meeting | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Eisenhower MS Norristown | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Hancock El Sch Norristown | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Ray S. Musselman Learning Center Norristown | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Shady Grove El Sch Ambler | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area HS Norristown | 3.1 mi | 1.9 |
| Davenport El Sch Norristown | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Paul V Fly El Sch Norristown | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| WHITEMARSH MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Blue Bell | 3.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,344
Median Home Value
$572,600
Median Rent
$2,151/mo
Population
20,068
College Educated
74.3%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avonworth Primary Center Pittsburgh, PA | 5.9 |
| Berlin Brothersvalley El Sch Berlin, PA | 5.9 |
| Clark El Sch Uniontown, PA | 5.9 |
| Cochran Primary Sch Williamsport, PA | 5.9 |
| East Derry El Sch Lewistown, PA | 5.9 |
| Forks El Sch Easton, PA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Helena School
What grades does St Helena School serve?
St Helena School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Helena School?
St Helena School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Helena School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Helena School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Helena School rank in PA?
St Helena School ranks #602 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Helena School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Helena School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Helena School a private school?
Yes, St Helena 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 Helena School a religious school?
St Helena 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
- 385
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (610) 279-3345
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