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St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School

129 W Penn St
Bedford, PA 15522
Saint Thomas School uses an innovative approach to education that integrates technology, promotes creativity, encourages self expression by actively engaging students through exploration and experiential learning.
While our curriculum is academically challenging and aligned to the Common Core Standards, we respect that the goal of education is to nurture children to become curious learners for life.
Our belief it to educate and develop the whole student by meeting his/her physical, social, cultural, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual needs within each appropriate stage of development.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5

Student Body

Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Financial Aid is available in several forms upon request and application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Early Birds & Beyond the BellForeign Language
InstrumentalsLearning Clubs
Theatre Arts

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School often compared to?
St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Foundations Christian Academy, Noahs Ark Kindergarten by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5  
St. Thomas School has been a wonderful experience. Even at three years old my child received excellent academic preparation, exciting classroom activities, religious education, and always loved going to school! The teachers and staff are all very kind and go out of their way to make you feel welcome.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 45 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $13,012 for elementary schools and $19,143 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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