Very Good

#240 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 27% of private schools

St Martha Elementary School

Elementary School

11321 ACADEMY RD, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

167

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

167

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#240 of 873

In Philadelphia

#27 of 95

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About St Martha Elementary School

St Martha Elementary School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Martha Elementary School serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. St Martha Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.8 pts above PA schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 167 students, St Martha Elementary School 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.

St Martha Elementary 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.

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How St Martha Elementary School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

This School

13.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

167

This School

576

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

4.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.4% vs 0%

Black 5.4% vs 0%

Asian 0.6% vs 0%

St Martha Elementary School Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Martha Elementary School (this school)	—	167	12:1	7.2
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch	0.7 mi	847	17.3:1	3.4
Decatur Stephen Sch	1.0 mi	965	15.3:1	5.5
John Hancock Demonstration Sch	1.4 mi	762	13.1:1	5.4
MaST Community CS III	1.6 mi	1,307	15.6:1	4.5
Philadelphia Academy CS	1.7 mi	1,171	12.7:1	6.8
Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS	2.1 mi	1,486	14:1	6.8
Frank Anne Sch	2.3 mi	1,483	17.2:1	6.6
Comly Watson Sch	2.6 mi	587	14.7:1	6.5
Loesche William H Sch	2.7 mi	1,166	14.2:1	6.8
Pollock Robert B Sch	3.0 mi	744	16.2:1	3.5
Baldi C C A MS	3.6 mi	1,515	15.8:1	5.6
Brown Joseph Sch	3.7 mi	445	13.9:1	3.6
Farrell Louis H Sch	3.8 mi	1,150	16.7:1	4.0
Greenberg Joseph Sch	3.9 mi	860	17.2:1	7.9
Northeast Community Propel Academy	4.1 mi	1,762	18:1	6.4
New Foundations CS	4.2 mi	1,508	14.6:1	5.0
Holme Thomas Sch	4.2 mi	792	14.7:1	5.1
Rhawnhurst Sch	4.3 mi	646	16.1:1	5.2
Tacony Academy CS	4.5 mi	1,074	15.8:1	5.2
Forrest Edwin Sch	4.5 mi	819	15.5:1	2.2

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,278

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 36%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 167

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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)

White 78.4%

Hispanic 14.4%

Black 5.4%

Two or More 1.2%

Asian 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11321 ACADEMY RD, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Martha Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Decatur Stephen Sch (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia	0.2 mi	804	5.5
OUR LADY OF CALVARY SCHOOL Philadelphia	0.6 mi	690	4.4
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch Philadelphia	0.7 mi	847	3.4
Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush Philadelphia	0.7 mi	583	7.4
CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia	1.0 mi	161	6.6
Decatur Stephen Sch Philadelphia	1.0 mi	965	5.5
ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia	1.2 mi	212	6.3
John Hancock Demonstration Sch Philadelphia	1.4 mi	762	5.4
MaST Community CS III Philadelphia	1.6 mi	1,307	4.5
ALPHA HOUSE NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia	2.0 mi	34	4.0
Swenson Arts and Technology High School Philadelphia	1.6 mi	842	7.8
Philadelphia Academy CS Philadelphia	1.7 mi	1,171	6.8
ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Philadelphia	2.0 mi	15	—
NAZARETH ACADEMY GRADE SCHOOL Philadelphia	2.1 mi	195	6.7
Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS Philadelphia	2.1 mi	1,486	6.8
Cornwells El Sch Bensalem	1.8 mi	552	4.5
PHILADELPHIA CHRISTIAN CENTER ACADEMY Bensalem	2.3 mi	40	4.4
School Lane CS Bensalem	2.1 mi	1,331	7.3
ANN KIDS Philadelphia	2.1 mi	20	—
Samuel K Faust El Sch Bensalem	2.5 mi	542	4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,479

Median Home Value

$274,400

Median Rent

$1,396/mo

Population

34,084

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

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Greenock El Sch Mckeesport, PA	194	7.2
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Springfield, PA	230	7.2
Jackson El Sch Johnstown, PA	209	7.2
OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ephrata, PA	137	7.2
Pleasantville Elementary School Pleasantville, PA	215	7.2
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster, PA	161	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Martha Elementary School

What grades does St Martha Elementary School serve?

St Martha Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Martha Elementary School?

St Martha Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Martha Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Martha Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Martha Elementary School rank in PA?

St Martha Elementary School ranks #240 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is St Martha Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Martha Elementary 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 Martha Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Martha Elementary 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 Martha Elementary School a religious school?

St Martha Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 46 Some Transit
Bike Score: 41 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 167
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Philadelphia County
Phone: (215) 632-3720

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