Average
#481 of 883 private schools in TX
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System
Elementary School · Pharr, TX
A private elementary school in Pharr, TX serving grades Kindergarten – 8th.
505 S IRONWOOD, Pharr, TX 78577
- 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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 TX.
Data not available
View data sources
Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test scores
Most recent published year. School vs. TX average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 47Car-Dependent
- Bike 38Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,362/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Pharr), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$49,768
Median home value
$111,500
Median rent
$988/mo
College educated
17.5%
Homeownership
58.6%
Poverty rate
29.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 78577; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard RembrandtCharter · enrollment unverified | 6.7 | PK–12 | 0.2 mi | 1,965 | Compare → |
| Kelly-pharr ELEnrollment path unverified | 6.8 | PK–5 | 0.4 mi | 629 | Compare → |
| Vanguard PicassoCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.9 | PK–5 | 0.7 mi | 593 | Compare → |
| Henry Ford ELEnrollment path unverified | 5.2 | PK–5 | 1.0 mi | 693 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System is listed in Pharr, TX; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System is a private elementary school in Pharr, TX, serving approximately 99 students in grades Kindergarten-8th with a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 883 private schools in TX.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System
What grades does The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System serve?
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System?
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System?
The student-teacher ratio at The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System rank in TX?
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System ranks #481 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System's MySchoolScout rating?
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System a private school?
Yes, The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System 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 The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System a religious school?
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 781-3056
- Area population (ZIP 78577)
- 79,903
- Area average commute
- 22.1 min
- Area median age
- 29.5
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 78577; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
Explore more schools
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in Texas 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Austin, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Dallas, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Fort Worth, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.