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St Patrick School

Elementary School

731 PATRICK LN, Newry, PA 16665

Private

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#591 of 873

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St Patrick School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Newry · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Foot of Ten EL Sch

6.8/10

2.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Penn-mont Academy

6.1/10

2.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Patrick School

St Patrick School is a private elementary school in Newry, PA. St Patrick School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.5 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 52 students, St Patrick 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.

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, St Patrick School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Patrick 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

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 7%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Enrollment 52
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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 96.2%
Black 3.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

731 PATRICK LN, Newry, PA 16665

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Patrick School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Baker El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Altoona), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frankstown El Sch (rated 7.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Hollidaysburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles W Longer El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Hollidaysburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newry, see our Newry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Foot of Ten El Sch Duncansville 2.0 mi 6.8
PENN-MONT ACADEMY Hollidaysburg 2.6 mi 6.1
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hollidaysburg 3.4 mi 4.9
HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY HOLIDAYSBURG CAMPUS Hollidaysburg 3.4 mi 6.8
Hollidaysburg Area JHS Hollidaysburg 3.7 mi 4.6
Charles W Longer El Sch Hollidaysburg 3.8 mi 6.9
Hollidaysburg Area SHS Hollidaysburg 3.9 mi 7.5
Spring Cove El Sch Roaring Spring 4.9 mi 3.7
Frankstown El Sch Hollidaysburg 4.3 mi 7.0
Spring Cove MS Roaring Spring 4.9 mi 3.2
Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona 5.5 mi 4.7
HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona 5.7 mi 6.7
MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona 5.5 mi
SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona 5.7 mi 5.9
SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona 5.7 mi
Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona 6.3 mi 4.6
HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona 6.4 mi
Baker El Sch Altoona 6.6 mi 7.1
Claysburg-Kimmel El Sch Claysburg 7.0 mi 6.9
Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona 7.2 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16665 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,917

Median Home Value

$165,300

Median Rent

$890/mo

Population

274

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

67%

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

45.5

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GREENWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Millville, PA 5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Patrick School

What grades does St Patrick School serve?

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

How many students attend St Patrick School?

St Patrick School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Patrick School rank in PA?

St Patrick School ranks #591 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is St Patrick School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Patrick School a private school?

Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick School a religious school?

St Patrick School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Blair County

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