Good Shepherd School provides quality, Catholic, faith-filled education while maximizing the potential of all its students spiritually, academically, and socially to every student.
All curriculum policies and procedures are established by the Catholic Schools' Department of the Diocese of Harrisburg and are voluntarily consistent with the requirements of Chapter 5 of the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
As educators we acknowledge parents as the primary educators of their children, and call upon school and parish personnel to assist them in this Christian endeavor.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
191 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Good Shepherd School provides quality, Catholic, faith-filled education while maximizing the potential of all its students spiritually, academically, and socially to every student. All curriculum policies and procedures are established by the Catholic Schools' Department of the Diocese of Harrisburg and are voluntarily consistent with the requirements of Chapter 5 of the Pennsylvania Department of Education. As educators we acknowledge parents as the primary educators of their children, and call upon school and parish personnel to assist them in this Christian endeavor.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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