Very Good
#219 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 25% of private schools
St Rose of Lima School
Elementary School
115 N BIESECKER RD, Thomasville, PA 17364
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#219 of 873
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St Rose of Lima School
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About St Rose of Lima School
St Rose of Lima School is a private elementary school in Thomasville, PA. St Rose of Lima School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Rose of Lima School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, St Rose of Lima 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, St Rose of Lima School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Rose of Lima 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 Rose of Lima School compares to the 1 public school in Thomasville, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Thomasville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Rose of Lima School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Paradise El Sch | 6.2 |
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
115 N BIESECKER RD, Thomasville, PA 17364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Rose of Lima School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Salem El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spring Grove El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Spring Grove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, New Salem El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby York), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Thomasville, see our Thomasville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SMALL WORLD DAYCARE CENTER INC Spring Grove | 3.1 mi | — |
| Spring Grove El Sch Spring Grove | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Spring Grove Area Intrmd Sch Spring Grove | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Spring Grove Area HS Spring Grove | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Leib El Sch Dover | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Spring Grove Area MS Spring Grove | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY INC-SPRING GROVE Spring Grove | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| OLD PATHS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Grove | 3.6 mi | — |
| Paradise El Sch Thomasville | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Weigelstown El Sch Dover | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| North Salem El Sch Dover | 4.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Dover Area HS Dover | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| New Salem El Sch York | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Dover Area MS Dover | 4.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Trimmer El Sch York | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PLEASANT HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring Grove | 4.5 mi | — |
| Dover Area El Sch Dover | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Lincolnway El Sch York | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| GARBERS MENNONITE SCHOOL Spring Grove | 5.4 mi | 6.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dover | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,799
Median Home Value
$204,400
Median Rent
$913/mo
Population
3,963
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
41
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|---|---|
| ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY Radnor, PA | 7.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Telford, PA | 7.3 |
| HOLY INFANCY SCHOOL Bethlehem, PA | 7.3 |
| Miles Township El Sch Rebersburg, PA | 7.3 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Media, PA | 7.3 |
| LANCASTER MENNONITE SCHOOL NEW DANVILLE Lancaster, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Rose of Lima School
What grades does St Rose of Lima School serve?
St Rose of Lima School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Rose of Lima School?
St Rose of Lima School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Rose of Lima School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Rose of Lima School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Rose of Lima School rank in PA?
St Rose of Lima School ranks #219 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Rose of Lima School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Rose of Lima School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Rose of Lima School a private school?
Yes, St Rose of Lima 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 Rose of Lima School a religious school?
St Rose of Lima School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (717) 792-0889
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