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#456 of 873 private schools in PA
St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School
430 VALLEYBROOK RD, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#456 of 873
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St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School in Glen Mills · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas the Apostle School
St Thomas the Apostle School is a private elementary school in Glen Mills, PA. St Thomas the Apostle School serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #456 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Thomas the Apostle 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 the Apostle School compares to the 4 public schools in Glen Mills, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Glen Mills
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas the Apostle School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Garnet Valley HS | 9.4 |
| Garnet Valley El Sch | 7.9 |
| Garnet Valley MS | 7.5 |
| Concord El Sch | 8.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
430 VALLEYBROOK RD, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas the Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethel Springs El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Garnet Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hilltop El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Aston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Concord El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Mills, see our Glen Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware County Technical High School - Aston Aston | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Glenwood El Sch Media | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Aston El Sch Aston | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Garnet Valley HS Glen Mills | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| THE MALVERN SCHOOL Glen Mills | 2.5 mi | — |
| Garnet Valley El Sch Glen Mills | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| EASTER SEALS OF SOUTHEASTERN PA Media | 2.9 mi | — |
| Garnet Valley MS Glen Mills | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Concord El Sch Glen Mills | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Bethel Springs El Sch Garnet Valley | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| MIDDLETOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Media | 3.3 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Aston | 2.9 mi | — |
| Pennell El Sch Aston | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Penncrest HS Media | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Hilltop El Sch Aston | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MEDIA CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Aston | 3.2 mi | — |
| HOLY FAMILY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aston | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Chichester SHS Boothwyn | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DAVIDSON SCHOOL Elwyn | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Sun Valley HS Aston | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,647
Median Home Value
$579,400
Median Rent
$2,298/mo
Population
20,654
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
46.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Chambersburg, PA | 6.4 |
| Earle C. Davis Primary North East, PA | 6.4 |
| Eisenhower El Sch Indiana, PA | 6.4 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler, PA | 6.4 |
| Fink El Sch Middletown, PA | 6.4 |
| Fox Twp El Sch Kersey, PA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas the Apostle School
What grades does St Thomas the Apostle School serve?
St Thomas the Apostle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas the Apostle School?
St Thomas the Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas the Apostle School rank in PA?
St Thomas the Apostle School ranks #456 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Thomas the Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas the Apostle 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 the Apostle School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas the Apostle 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 the Apostle School a religious school?
St Thomas the Apostle 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
- 278
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 459-8134
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