Very Good
#269 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 31% of private schools
St Mary of Mt Carmel School
Elementary School
325 CHESTNUT ST, Dunmore, PA 18512
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#269 of 873
In Dunmore
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Mary of Mt Carmel School
Elementary School in Dunmore · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary of Mt Carmel School
St Mary of Mt Carmel School is a private elementary school in Dunmore, PA. St Mary of Mt Carmel School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary of Mt Carmel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #269 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, St Mary of Mt Carmel 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 Mary of Mt Carmel 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 Mary of Mt Carmel School compares to the 2 public schools in Dunmore, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Dunmore
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary of Mt Carmel School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Dunmore El Ctr | 6.5 |
| Dunmore JSHS | 6.3 |
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
325 CHESTNUT ST, Dunmore, PA 18512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary of Mt Carmel School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Scranton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dunmore El Ctr (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Scranton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dunmore, see our Dunmore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Dunmore JSHS Dunmore | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Dunmore El Ctr Dunmore | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL SCHOOL OF SCRANTON Scranton | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| NAVTIVITY MIGUEL SCHL-SCRANTON Scranton | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| THE CHILDREN'S CORNERSTONE Dunmore | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Robert Morris #27 Scranton | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton | 1.3 mi | — |
| SCRANTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 1.3 mi | — |
| BETH SHALOM ACADEMY Scranton | 1.4 mi | — |
| SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| John Adams #4 Scranton | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN Scranton | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,097
Median Home Value
$173,500
Median Rent
$927/mo
Population
12,714
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAMS HEBREW ACADEMY Yardley, PA | 7.1 |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia, PA | 7.1 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL York, PA | 7.1 |
| MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S White Oak, PA | 7.1 |
| REGINA COELI ACADEMY Abington, PA | 7.1 |
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Meadville, PA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary of Mt Carmel School
What grades does St Mary of Mt Carmel School serve?
St Mary of Mt Carmel School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary of Mt Carmel School?
St Mary of Mt Carmel School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary of Mt Carmel School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary of Mt Carmel School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary of Mt Carmel School rank in PA?
St Mary of Mt Carmel School ranks #269 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Mary of Mt Carmel School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary of Mt Carmel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary of Mt Carmel School a private school?
Yes, St Mary of Mt Carmel 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 Mary of Mt Carmel School a religious school?
St Mary of Mt Carmel School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Phone
- (570) 346-4429
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