Blessed Francis Seelos Academy

St. Alphonsus exists to communicate the Gospel message of Jesus Christ through a fully qualified and certified staff of religious and lay teachers.
We offer a curriculum of academic excellence nurtured in a Catholic faith community.
The blend of this long-standing tradition and the needs of today's children who live in a contemporary, progressive society is one of the unique characteristics of our school program.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Blessed Francis Seelos Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
384 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Blessed Francis Seelos Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Blessed Francis Seelos Academy often compared to?
Blessed Francis Seelos Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Alexis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is Blessed Francis Seelos Academy's ranking?
Blessed Francis Seelos Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Blessed Francis Seelos Academy?
The application deadline for Blessed Francis Seelos Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Allegheny County, PA is $11,213 for elementary schools and $16,205 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Allegheny County, PA is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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