St. Anselm Elementary School in Philadelphia, PA serves 318 udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a city鈥揵ased setting in Northeast Philadelphia.
The Catholic co鈥揺ducational school has a udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 24:1 with 13 full鈥搕ime teachers.
Annual tuition is $4,880, below the Philadelphia private elementary school average of $13,502.
The school maintains a formal dress code and is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Anselm ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania by udent body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,880
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Anselm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Support 5-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
318 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform as published
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Anselm Elementary School cost?
St. Anselm Elementary School's tuition is approximately $4,880 for private students.
What is St. Anselm Elementary School's ranking?
St. Anselm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Anselm Elementary School located?
St. Anselm Elementary School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
Related Schools
Show me:
People that viewed St. Anselm Elementary School also viewed these schools: St. Martha Elementary School, Our Lady Of Calvary School, Bryn Athyn Church School, The Pen Ryn School and Children's House Of Bucks County.
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Anselm Elementary School is Delta School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Nhs School Philadelphia (1.0 miles away)
Show me:
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Martha Elementary School
(Catholic)
11321 Academy Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19154
(215) 632-3720
Philadelphia, PA 19154
(215) 632-3720
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 281 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Calvary School
(Catholic)
11023 Kipling Ln
Philadelphia, PA 19154
(215) 637-1648
Philadelphia, PA 19154
(215) 637-1648
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 813 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
Bryn Athyn Church School
(Christian)
600 Tomlinson Rd
Bryn Athyn, PA 19009
(215) 947-4086
Bryn Athyn, PA 19009
(215) 947-4086
5.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 266 students
235 S Olds Blvd
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
(215) 547-1800
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
(215) 547-1800
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 261 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
840 Trenton Road
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
(215) 943-3656
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
(215) 943-3656
9.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
School Reviews
Endorse St. Anselm Elementary School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
Parent Engagement in 草榴社区 Schools in 2026
Explore how parent engagement in private schools builds strong communities, support networks, and student success in 2026.
So Many Choices: Navigating 草榴社区 School Selection in 2026
A 2026 parent guide to choosing the right private school, with updated admissions timelines, tuition trends, affordability strategies, and expert insights.
2026 Roadmap to Starting a 草榴社区 School
A 2026 guide to launching a private school, covering planning, costs, admissions timing, governance, and trends parents care about now.
