Very Good
#185 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 21% of private schools
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment
Elementary School
4251 L ST, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#185 of 873
In Philadelphia
#21 of 95
public schools
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St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment 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 3.7:1 students to teachers, St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment 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 Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment (this school) | 7.4 |
| Hopkinson Francis Sch | 4.4 |
| Juniata Park Academy | 4.8 |
| Community Academy of Philadelphia CS | 5.9 |
| Mariana Bracetti Academy CS | 4.8 |
| Northwood Academy CS | 2.2 |
| Marshall John Sch | 3.2 |
| Stearne Allen M Sch | 4.6 |
| Deep Roots CS | 5.4 |
| Sheridan Sch | 4.6 |
| Webster Sch | 4.1 |
| Barton Clara Sch | 4.9 |
| First Philadelphia Preparatory CS | 3.2 |
| Feltonville Intermediate School | 4.2 |
| Feltonville Sch of Arts & Sciences | 4.5 |
| The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds | 5.1 |
| Conwell Russell MS | 3.7 |
| Harding Warren G MS | 4.3 |
| Elkin Lewis Sch | 3.3 |
| Willard Frances E Sch | 2.3 |
| Clemente Roberto MS | 4.4 |
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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
4251 L ST, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKFORD FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Deep Roots CS (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hopkinson Francis Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| THE BRIDGE Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | — |
| Community Academy of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Mariana Bracetti Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Juniata Park Academy Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Northwood Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Deep Roots CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Marshall John Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| FRANKFORD FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Webster Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Stearne Allen M Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Sheridan Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Frankford HS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Barton Clara Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Feltonville Intermediate School Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| First Philadelphia Preparatory CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Feltonville Sch of Arts & Sciences Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Conwell Russell MS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,100
Median Home Value
$155,000
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
70,763
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
32.4
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| A STEP UP ACADEMY Jenkintown, PA | 7.4 |
| RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY Harrisburg, PA | 7.1 |
| BALA CYNWYD SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Bala Cynwyd, PA | 6.9 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Newtown, PA | 7.9 |
| FRIENDS SCHOOL HAVERFORD Haverford, PA | 6.9 |
| AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre, PA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment
What grades does St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment serve?
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment?
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment?
The student-teacher ratio at St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment rank in PA?
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment ranks #185 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment's MySchoolScout rating?
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment 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 Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment a private school?
Yes, St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment 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 Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment a religious school?
St Lucy Day School for Chldrn W Visual Impairment has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (121) 528-4220
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