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#657 of 873 private schools in PA
St Jude School
Elementary School
606 LOWELL AVE, Erie, PA 16505
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#657 of 873
In Erie
#13 of 14
public schools
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St Jude School
Elementary School in Erie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Tracy EL Sch
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About St Jude School
St Jude School is a private elementary school in Erie, PA. St Jude School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #657 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Jude 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 Jude School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Erie, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Jude School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Tracy El Sch | 7.2 |
| Montessori Regional CS | 3.5 |
| Harding Sch | 2.4 |
| Strong Vincent MS | 5.4 |
| Westlake MS | 5.2 |
| Grandview El Sch | 7.7 |
| Grover Cleveland El Sch | 3.9 |
| Perry El Sch | 2.9 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence | 3.1 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch | 4.9 |
| Chestnut Hill El Sch | 8.2 |
| James S Wilson MS | 5.8 |
| Jefferson El Sch | 3.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS | 4.2 |
| McKinley El Sch | 3.1 |
| East MS | 5.3 |
| Lincoln El Sch | 6.1 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS | 3.8 |
| Robison El Sch | 8.8 |
| Edison El Sch | 2.8 |
Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Erie
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
606 LOWELL AVE, Erie, PA 16505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Jude School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ERIE DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Asbury El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grandview El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tracy El Sch Erie | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Montessori Regional CS Erie | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY Erie | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Harding Sch Erie | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| ERIE DAY SCHOOL Erie | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| McDowell HS Erie | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH HILLS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC Erie | 2.4 mi | — |
| Strong Vincent MS Erie | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| OUR LADY OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Erie | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Grandview El Sch Erie | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Westlake MS Erie | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Erie | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Grover Cleveland El Sch Erie | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Perry El Sch Erie | 2.8 mi | 2.9 |
| COMMUNITY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Erie | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ST GEORGE GRADE SCHOOL Erie | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Erie HS Erie | 3.3 mi | 2.0 |
| Asbury El Sch Fairview | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,370
Median Home Value
$196,600
Median Rent
$871/mo
Population
15,631
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
49
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aldan El Sch Aldan, PA | 5.6 |
| Inquiry CS Philadelphia, PA | 5.6 |
| Moore Sch Pittsburgh, PA | 5.6 |
| Pittsburgh Grandview K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 5.6 |
| ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL Levittown, PA | 5.6 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL-MUNHALL Homestead, PA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Jude School
What grades does St Jude School serve?
St Jude School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Jude School?
St Jude School has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jude School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Jude School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Jude School rank in PA?
St Jude School ranks #657 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Jude School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Jude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Jude School a private school?
Yes, St Jude 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 Jude School a religious school?
St Jude School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (814) 838-7676
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