St. Martin De Porres School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

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St. Martin De Porres School

2300 W Lehigh Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19132

Tel: (215) 223-6872

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We strive to provide a solid, Catholic-Christian education to children from kindergarten through the 8th grade.

We endeavor to build within our students a strong sense of Christian character and cultural pride, and we expect them to accomplish high levels of proficiency, so they will be well-prepared to meet the challenges of high school, college, and beyond.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 484 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Martin De Porres School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

484 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

26 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

School Notes

School Mascot: Eagles

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is St. Martin De Porres School's ranking?

St. Martin De Porres 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. Martin De Porres School?

The application deadline for St. Martin De Porres School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Martin De Porres School located?

St. Martin De Porres School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 484 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $12,904 for elementary schools and $18,927 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).