St. Anselm Elementary School in Philadelphia, PA serves 318 udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a city鈥揵ased setting in Northeast Philadelphia.
The Catholic co鈥揺ducational school has a udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 24:1 with 13 full鈥搕ime teachers.
Annual tuition is $4,880, below the Philadelphia private elementary school average of $13,502.
The school maintains a formal dress code and is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Anselm ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania by udent body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,880
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Anselm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Support 5-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
318 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform as published
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Anselm Elementary School cost?
St. Anselm Elementary School's tuition is approximately $4,880 for private students.
What is St. Anselm Elementary School's ranking?
St. Anselm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Anselm Elementary School located?
St. Anselm Elementary School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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