Very Good
#171 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 20% of private schools
The Agnes Irwin School
School
275 S ITHAN AVE, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#171 of 873
In Bryn Mawr
#5 of 9
public schools
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The Agnes Irwin School
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About The Agnes Irwin School
The Agnes Irwin School is a private school in Bryn Mawr, PA. The Agnes Irwin School serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Agnes Irwin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #171 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, The Agnes Irwin School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Agnes Irwin 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 The Agnes Irwin School compares to the 2 public schools in Bryn Mawr, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bryn Mawr
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Agnes Irwin School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Ithan El Sch | 9.3 |
| Coopertown El Sch | 9.2 |
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.
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
275 S ITHAN AVE, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Agnes Irwin School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE GRAYSON SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Radnor), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAIN LINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY INC (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST KATHERINE DAY SCHOOL -UPPER (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Radnor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bryn Mawr, see our Bryn Mawr schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILL TOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bryn Mawr | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Radnor SHS Radnor | 0.9 mi | 9.6 |
| MAIN LINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY INC Bryn Mawr | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY BRYN MAWR Bryn Mawr | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| THE GRAYSON SCHOOL Radnor | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ARCHBISHOP JOHN CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Radnor | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST KATHERINE DAY SCHOOL -UPPER Radnor | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Radnor El Sch Radnor | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR Villanova | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Black Rock MS Villanova | 1.5 mi | 9.8 |
| Ithan El Sch Bryn Mawr | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| HOLY CHILD SCHOOL AT ROSEMONT Bryn Mawr | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| JACK M BARRACK HEBREW ACADEMY Bryn Mawr | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| STS COLMAN-JOHN NEUMANN Bryn Mawr | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Coopertown El Sch Bryn Mawr | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ST KATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Wayne | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| THE SHIPLEY SCHOOL Bryn Mawr | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Harriton SHS Rosemont | 2.0 mi | 9.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,986
Median Home Value
$788,700
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
22,004
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Pottstown, PA | 7.5 |
| LANCASTER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 7.5 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh, PA | 7.4 |
| FRIENDS CENTRAL SCHOOL Wynnewood, PA | 7.7 |
| THE CITY SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.7 |
| DELAWARE COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newtown Square, PA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Agnes Irwin School
What grades does The Agnes Irwin School serve?
The Agnes Irwin School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Agnes Irwin School?
The Agnes Irwin School has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Agnes Irwin School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Agnes Irwin School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Agnes Irwin School rank in PA?
The Agnes Irwin School ranks #171 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Agnes Irwin School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Agnes Irwin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Agnes Irwin School a private school?
Yes, The Agnes Irwin School is a private all-girls school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Agnes Irwin School a religious school?
No, The Agnes Irwin School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 573
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 801-1869
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