St. Dorothy School in Drexel Hill, PA serves 414 udents across grades K–8 in a suburban setting.
The school operates with a udent–teacher ratio of 19:1 and employs 22 teachers.
Founded with a Catholic orientation,. Dorothy maintains membership with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Dorothy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for udent diversity and enrollment size.
Nearby Drexel Hill private schools with similar grade spans include. Bernadette School and. Andrew School, both with comparable udent–teacher ratios.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Dorothy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
414 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Dorothy School often compared to?
St. Dorothy School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Bernadette School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Dorothy School's ranking?
St. Dorothy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Dorothy School?
The application deadline for St. Dorothy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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