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St. Theresa School

300 Leonard Street
Hellertown, PA 18055
St Theresa School's mission is to provide a Catholic-centered education consistent with the fundamental beliefs of the Church.
Following the Gospel of Jesus and the example of St.
Theresa's Little Way, our school emphasizes personal growth, social responsibility, and moral character development to create independent life-long learners for the modern globally connected world.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 134 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,750
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

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Affordability

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
14 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We have a sliding scale for siblings
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Admissions Director
Mrs. Linda Schiller
Application URL

School Notes

  • St Theresa School's mission is to provide a Catholic-centered education consistent with the educational mission of the Church. We emphasize teaching basic skills through a blend of traditional and current teaching methods and the use of technology. A caring faculty and supportive parents and parishioners foster the spiritual, intellectual, and emotional growth of the whole child.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Theresa School cost?
St. Theresa School's tuition is approximately $2,750 for private students.
When is the application deadline for St. Theresa School?
The application deadline for St. Theresa School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 134 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,750
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Northampton County, PA is $7,073 for elementary schools and $20,952 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Northampton County, PA is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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