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#325 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 37% of private schools
St Nicholas-st Mary's School
Elementary School
242 S WASHINGTON ST, Wilkes-barre, PA 18701
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#325 of 873
In Wilkes-barre
#3 of 6
public schools
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St Nicholas-st Mary's School
Elementary School in Wilkes-barre · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Nicholas-st Mary's School
St Nicholas-st Mary's School is a private elementary school in Wilkes-barre, PA. St Nicholas-st Mary's School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Nicholas-st Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Nicholas-st Mary's 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.
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
242 S WASHINGTON ST, Wilkes-barre, PA 18701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Nicholas-st Mary's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dr David W Kistler El Sch (rated 4.7/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wilkes-barre, see our Wilkes-barre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 0.7 mi | — |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.0 mi | — |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 2.0 mi | — |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,417
Median Home Value
$245,700
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
3,926
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
9.3%
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
22.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Greensburg, PA | 6.9 |
| Claysburg-Kimmel El Sch Claysburg, PA | 6.9 |
| Clearview El Sch Hanover, PA | 6.9 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Monroeville, PA | 6.9 |
| First District El Sch Meadville, PA | 6.9 |
| Kiski Area South Primary Sch Export, PA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Nicholas-st Mary's School
What grades does St Nicholas-st Mary's School serve?
St Nicholas-st Mary's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Nicholas-st Mary's School?
St Nicholas-st Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas-st Mary's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas-st Mary's School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Nicholas-st Mary's School rank in PA?
St Nicholas-st Mary's School ranks #325 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Nicholas-st Mary's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Nicholas-st Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Nicholas-st Mary's School a private school?
Yes, St Nicholas-st Mary's 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 Nicholas-st Mary's School a religious school?
St Nicholas-st Mary's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Luzerne County
- Phone
- (570) 823-8089
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