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St. Nicholas-st Mary's School

242 S Washington St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School serves 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Nicholas-st Mary's School is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 354 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,425
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Nicholas-st Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1873
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
354 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
22 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Nicholas-st Mary's School cost?
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School's tuition is approximately $2,425 for private students.
What sports does St. Nicholas-st Mary's School offer?
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Softball and Volleyball.
What is St. Nicholas-st Mary's School's ranking?
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Nicholas-st Mary's School?
The application deadline for St. Nicholas-st Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 354 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,425
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $11,335 for elementary schools and $17,105 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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