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#481 of 883 private schools in TX
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System
Elementary School
505 S IRONWOOD, Pharr, TX 78577
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#481 of 883
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The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System
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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. The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System 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 Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Pharr, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System (this school) | 6.3 |
| VANGUARD REMBRANDT | 6.7 |
| KELLY-PHARR EL | 6.8 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE | 8.3 |
| BUELL CENTRAL DAEP | 5.4 |
| HENRY FORD EL | 5.2 |
| PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY | 5.3 |
| AIDA C ESCOBAR EL | 7.9 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE | 8.6 |
| RAUL LONGORIA EL | 5.6 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| GERALDINE PALMER EL | 7.2 |
| DANIEL RAMIREZ EL | 7.1 |
| VANGUARD VAN GOGH | 8.6 |
| DR WILLIAM LONG EL | 5.5 |
| ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL | 7.4 |
| JAIME ESCALANTE MIDDLE | 8.3 |
| GRACIELA GARCIA EL | 8.0 |
| BERTA S PALACIOS EL | 7.9 |
| IDEA OWASSA ACADEMY | 7.7 |
| IDEA OWASSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 6.1 |
Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Pharr
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 TX.
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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 TX
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
505 S IRONWOOD, Pharr, TX 78577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Pharr Oratory of St Philip Neri School System may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AIDA C ESCOBAR EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALFRED SORENSEN EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KELLY-PHARR EL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pharr, see our Pharr schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VANGUARD REMBRANDT Pharr | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ELVIS J BALLEW H S Pharr | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 0.4 mi | 9.5 |
| KELLY-PHARR EL Pharr | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PSJA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS San Juan | 0.6 mi | — |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Pharr | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Juan | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| VANGUARD PICASSO Edinburg | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BUELL CENTRAL DAEP Pharr | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HENRY FORD EL Pharr | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| PSJA EARLY START Pharr | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| EDITH & ETHEL CARMAN EL San Juan | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| AIDA C ESCOBAR EL Pharr | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN DOEDYNS EL San Juan | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| RAUL LONGORIA EL Pharr | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE Pharr | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,768
Median Home Value
$111,500
Median Rent
$988/mo
Population
79,903
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
29.5
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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.
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Quick Facts NCES 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
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