Very Good
#251 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 29% of private schools
St Luke Catholic School
Elementary School
2336 FAIRHILL AVE, Glenside, PA 19038
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#251 of 873
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St Luke Catholic School
Elementary School in Glenside · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Ancillae-assumpta Academy
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Glenside EL Sch
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About St Luke Catholic School
St Luke Catholic School is a private elementary school in Glenside, PA. St Luke Catholic School serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Luke Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Luke Catholic 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 Luke Catholic School compares to the 2 public schools in Glenside, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Glenside
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Luke Catholic School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Glenside El Sch | 7.1 |
| Copper Beech Sch | 6.7 |
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
2336 FAIRHILL AVE, Glenside, PA 19038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Luke Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Wyncote), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jenkintown El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jenkintown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Highland Sch (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Abington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glenside, see our Glenside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY Wyncote | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Glenside El Sch Glenside | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Wyncote El Sch Wyncote | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Copper Beech Sch Glenside | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Cheltenham HS Wyncote | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Jenkintown El Sch Jenkintown | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Abington SHS Abington | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Cedarbrook MS Wyncote | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Roslyn Sch Roslyn | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Abington MS Abington | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Sandy Run MS Dresher | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| McCloskey John F Sch Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| ABINGTON FRIENDS SCHOOL Jenkintown | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| NEXUS SCHOOL Roslyn | 2.3 mi | — |
| A STEP UP ACADEMY Jenkintown | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ST RAYMOND OF PENAFORT SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Highland Sch Abington | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MARTIN SAINTS CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL Oreland | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia | 2.3 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,464
Median Home Value
$387,800
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
32,157
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cambridge Springs El Sch Cambridge Springs, PA | 7.2 |
| Forge Road El Sch Palmyra, PA | 7.2 |
| Greenock El Sch Mckeesport, PA | 7.2 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Springfield, PA | 7.2 |
| Hasson Heights Sch Oil City, PA | 7.2 |
| Jackson El Sch Johnstown, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Luke Catholic School
What grades does St Luke Catholic School serve?
St Luke Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Luke Catholic School?
St Luke Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Luke Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Luke Catholic School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Luke Catholic School rank in PA?
St Luke Catholic School ranks #251 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Luke Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Luke Catholic 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 Luke Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Luke Catholic 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 Luke Catholic School a religious school?
St Luke Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (215) 884-0843
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