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#458 of 873 private schools in PA
St Thomas More School
Elementary School
1040 FLEXER AVE 2, Allentown, PA 18103
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#458 of 873
In Allentown
#6 of 6
public schools
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St Thomas More School
Elementary School in Allentown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas More School
St Thomas More School is a private elementary school in Allentown, PA. St Thomas More School serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Thomas More 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 Thomas More School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Allentown, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Cetronia Sch | 8.9 |
| Salisbury MS | 4.6 |
| Union Terrace El Sch | 3.9 |
| Lehigh Parkway El Sch | 6.1 |
| Francis D Raub MS | 3.2 |
| Muhlenberg El Sch | 3.3 |
| Parkway Manor Sch | 8.5 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center | 3.3 |
| Luis A. Ramos El Sch | 4.4 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch | 6.1 |
| Trexler MS | 3.2 |
| Springhouse MS | 7.3 |
| Jefferson El Sch | 4.6 |
| Hiram W Dodd El Sch | 4.3 |
| Central El Sch | 4.5 |
| South Mountain MS | 3.2 |
| Arts Academy Elementary CS | 6.8 |
| Kratzer Sch | 8.8 |
| Washington El Sch | 2.8 |
| Roberto Clemente CS | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Allentown
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
1040 FLEXER AVE 2, Allentown, PA 18103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cetronia Sch (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkway Manor Sch (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wescosville El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wescosville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Allentown, see our Allentown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEHIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Allentown | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| DATZYK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cetronia Sch Allentown | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Salisbury MS Allentown | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Union Terrace El Sch Allentown | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Francis D Raub MS Allentown | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Muhlenberg El Sch Allentown | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Allentown | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| William Allen HS Allentown | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Lehigh Parkway El Sch Allentown | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY Allentown | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Parkway Manor Sch Allentown | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Luis A. Ramos El Sch Allentown | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Trexler MS Allentown | 2.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch Allentown | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln El Sch Emmaus | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Wescosville El Sch Wescosville | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Emmaus HS Emmaus | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Jefferson El Sch Emmaus | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,545
Median Home Value
$242,400
Median Rent
$1,333/mo
Population
47,336
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barclay El Sch Warrington, PA | 6.4 |
| Dingman-Delaware El Sch Dingmans Ferry, PA | 6.4 |
| Elmwood Academy Mechanicsburg, PA | 6.4 |
| Fayetteville El Sch Fayetteville, PA | 6.4 |
| Francis McClure El Sch Mckeesport, PA | 6.4 |
| James F Baugher El Sch Milton, PA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More School
What grades does St Thomas More School serve?
St Thomas More School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas More School?
St Thomas More School has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas More School rank in PA?
St Thomas More School ranks #458 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Thomas More School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More 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 Thomas More School a religious school?
St Thomas More School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lehigh County
- Phone
- (610) 432-0396
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