St. Veronica/independence Mission School (Top Ranked ²ÝÁñÉçÇø School for 2026-27)

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St. Veronica/independence Mission School

3521 N 6th St Philadelphia, PA 19140

Tel: (215) 225-1575

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 213 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,800
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

St. Veronica/independence Mission School in Philadelphia, PA offers coâ€“ed education for grades Kâ€“8 in a cityâ€“based Catholic setting.
Founded in 1894, the school serves 213 udents with a studentâ€“teacher ratio of 18:1 and employs 12 teachers.
The udent body is highly diverse, with 99.49% students of color, reflecting the local community in North Philadelphia.
Annual tuition is $4,800, which is below the average private elementary school tuition in Philadelphia.
The school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and is located in a large city neighborhood.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 213 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,800
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Veronica/independence Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Veronica/independence Mission School
Kind	18
1	22
2	23
3	26
4	25
5	25
6	24
7	22
8	28

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Year Founded

1894

School Calendar

School Motto

Empowering Children To Reach Their God-Given Potential

Student Body

Total Students

213 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

99%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,800

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Sports

School Mascot

Eagles

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Veronica/independence Mission School cost?

St. Veronica/independence Mission School's tuition is approximately $4,800 for private students.

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St. Veronica/independence Mission School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Peter The Apostle School by visitors of our site.

What is St. Veronica/independence Mission School's ranking?

St. Veronica/independence Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Veronica/independence Mission School?

The application deadline for St. Veronica/independence Mission School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Veronica/independence Mission School located?

St. Veronica/independence Mission School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,062 for elementary schools and $19,019 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).