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#545 of 873 private schools in PA
St Luke School
Elementary School
425 E 38TH ST, Erie, PA 16504
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#545 of 873
In Erie
#10 of 14
public schools
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St Luke School
Elementary School in Erie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Luke School
St Luke School is a private elementary school in Erie, PA. St Luke School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Luke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #545 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Luke 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 School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Erie, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Luke School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Jefferson El Sch | 3.0 |
| Lincoln El Sch | 6.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS | 4.2 |
| McKinley El Sch | 3.1 |
| Belle Valley El Sch | 8.1 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence | 3.1 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch | 3.8 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch | 4.9 |
| Perry El Sch | 2.9 |
| James S Wilson MS | 5.8 |
| Chestnut Hill El Sch | 8.2 |
| East MS | 5.3 |
| Grover Cleveland El Sch | 3.9 |
| Diehl Sch | 3.0 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS | 3.8 |
| Edison El Sch | 2.8 |
| Strong Vincent MS | 5.4 |
| Harding Sch | 2.4 |
| Rolling Ridge El Sch | 7.9 |
| Iroquois JSHS | 5.2 |
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
425 E 38TH ST, Erie, PA 16504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Luke School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chestnut Hill El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belle Valley El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| McKinley El Sch Erie | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Erie HS Erie | 1.3 mi | 2.0 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Belle Valley El Sch Erie | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch Erie | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| James S Wilson MS Erie | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| East MS Erie | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Chestnut Hill El Sch Erie | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Perry El Sch Erie | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| DR GERTRUDE A BARBER CENTER, INC Erie | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Edison El Sch Erie | 2.8 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,988
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$966/mo
Population
15,632
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barrett El Sch Homestead, PA | 6.1 |
| Blue Ball El Sch East Earl, PA | 6.1 |
| East Hanover El Sch Grantville, PA | 6.1 |
| Lehigh Parkway El Sch Allentown, PA | 6.1 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie, PA | 6.1 |
| Locust Grove El Sch York, PA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Luke School
What grades does St Luke School serve?
St Luke School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Luke School?
St Luke School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Luke School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Luke School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Luke School rank in PA?
St Luke School ranks #545 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Luke School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Luke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Luke 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 School a religious school?
St Luke School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (814) 825-7105
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