Below Average
#751 of 873 private schools in PA
St Raymond of Penafort School
Elementary School
7940 WILLIAMS AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19150
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#751 of 873
In Philadelphia
#90 of 95
public schools
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St Raymond of Penafort School
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Raymond of Penafort School
St Raymond of Penafort School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Raymond of Penafort School serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Raymond of Penafort School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #751 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Raymond of Penafort School runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Raymond of Penafort 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 Raymond of Penafort School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Raymond of Penafort School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Franklin S Edmonds Sch | 2.8 |
| Hill Freedman World Academy | 6.6 |
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch | 3.0 |
| McCloskey John F Sch | 3.4 |
| West Oak Lane CS | 2.8 |
| Day Anna B Sch | 2.8 |
| AMY NW | 4.1 |
| Rowen William Sch | 2.4 |
| Emlen Eleanor C Sch | 5.4 |
| Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary | 5.5 |
| Roosevelt Theodore MS | 5.8 |
| Houston Henry E Sch | 5.1 |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS | 2.2 |
| Ellwood Sch | 4.1 |
| Prince Hall Sch | 4.0 |
| John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences | 5.0 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch | 5.2 |
| Henry Charles W Sch | 7.6 |
| Howe Julia Ward Sch | 5.3 |
| Widener Memorial Sch | 3.1 |
Showing 20 of 243 schools. View all schools in Philadelphia
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
7940 WILLIAMS AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Raymond of Penafort School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wyncote), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wyncote El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wyncote), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emlen Eleanor C Sch (rated 5.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW MEDINA LEARNING INSTITUTE Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| McCloskey John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Cedarbrook MS Wyncote | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Day Anna B Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| AMY NW Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Parkway Northwest Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Cheltenham HS Wyncote | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Emlen Eleanor C Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Wyncote El Sch Wyncote | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY Wyncote | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Building 21 Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,257
Median Home Value
$225,400
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
23,582
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
42
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| Buchanan El Sch Chambersburg, PA | 4.8 |
| George A Ferrell El Sch Picture Rocks, PA | 4.8 |
| Highlands Early Childhood Center Brackenridge, PA | 4.8 |
| Juniata Valley El Sch Alexandria, PA | 4.8 |
| Morris Robert Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.8 |
| North Dickinson El Sch Carlisle, PA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Raymond of Penafort School
What grades does St Raymond of Penafort School serve?
St Raymond of Penafort School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Raymond of Penafort School?
St Raymond of Penafort School has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Raymond of Penafort School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Raymond of Penafort School is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Raymond of Penafort School rank in PA?
St Raymond of Penafort School ranks #751 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Raymond of Penafort School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Raymond of Penafort School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Raymond of Penafort School a private school?
Yes, St Raymond of Penafort 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 Raymond of Penafort School a religious school?
St Raymond of Penafort School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 219
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 558-1919
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