Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Ss Philip & James Elementary School
About the School
- The SS Philip and James Home and School Association (HSA) is an organization that is established by the Parish for Church and School with the approval of our Pastor and Principal.
- The purpose of this organization is to provide additional support for our school and its outstanding teachers.
- It helps to keep parents informed and updated about school life and activities.
- The HSA sponsors and coordinates many events throughout the school year to help support the religious, academic, and social goals of our school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Ss Philip & James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
285 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ss Philip & James Elementary School's ranking?
Ss Philip & James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Ss Philip & James Elementary School?
The application deadline for Ss Philip & James Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(610) 269-3905
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Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 61
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Gr: PK-12 | 166 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
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(610) 326-7690
Distance: 8.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 153 students
Catholic
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(610) 269-3905
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 80 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
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(610) 647-4001
Distance: 4.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 287 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 14
1141 Kimberton Road
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Gr: NS-8 | 297 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 13
All-girls
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(610) 644-4864
Distance: 4.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 347 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 14
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(610) 696-1260
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Gr: PK-K | 38 students
Montessori School
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Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 80 students
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Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 13
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Gr: PK-8 | 347 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
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West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-1260
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Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-7500
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Gr: PK-K | 65 students
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(610) 363-6698
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365 Paoli Pike/1133Paoli Pike
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(610) 647-4001
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Gr: PK-K | 38 students
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Gr: PK-K | 67 students
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Gr: PK-5 | 155 students
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(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
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602 Garfield Street
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Oxford, PA 19363
(484) 365-6150
9307.9 miles
Gr: 5-6 | 489 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
536 Hodgson St
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6625
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6625
9307.9 miles
Gr: K | 181 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
(Math: 25% | Reading: 53%)
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301 South Fifth St
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(610) 932-6615
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6615
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200 Wickersham Rd
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(610) 932-6670
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9308 miles
Gr: 1-2 | 413 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
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(610) 932-6632
Oxford, PA 19363
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School Reviews
5 10/6/2018
This is a great school! Small class sizes, personal relationships, dedicated teachers, and wonderful family community. The Pre K program is an amazing way to start your child in a loving and nurturing environment.
5 8/12/2018
Two of my children attended Saints Philip and James School. In addition to strong academics, the wonderful, consistent focus on values made all the difference in my children's education. They learned to be good human beings who recognize the value of kindness, manners, and generosity. The wide range of extracurricular, enrichment, and athletic activities also helped my children explore their interests. Teachers get to know and recognize the potential and strengths of every student.
5 8/12/2018
Great community. Both of my children graduated from SSPJ and were well prepared for high school as a result.
5 8/12/2018
This is a wonderful school to work at and a great parish to be a member of. The leadership is strong and caring and keeps the school competitive and strong in academics as well as in faith. I recommend this parish school to anyone seeking to belong to a caring community with an excellent education for their children.
5 8/12/2018
We have three sons and two attended SSPJ. We found Ss. Philip and James to be a school offering a wonderful education for our sons. We found the "at home" feel we had missed in the public school system. The educators at Ss. Philip and James were approachable and accommodating to work with our children as their learning needs changed and evolved.
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