The mission of Saint Stanislaus Parish School community is to help children realize that they have been chosen by God to be holy and to encourage them to respond freely and completely to God's call throughout life.
In the spirit of Stewardship, we join with families in the development of their children to communicate the teachings and traditions of the Catholic faith through prayer, generosity, action, and service.
We are committed to academic excellence recognizing the uniqueness of each student as we prepare all students to serve responsibly in the twenty-first century.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Mater Dei Catholic 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
Student Body
Total Students
650 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The mission of Saint Stanislaus Parish School community is to help children realize that they have been chosen by God to be holy and to encourage them to respond freely and completely to God's call throughout life. In the spirit of Stewardship, we join with families in the development of their children to communicate the teachings and traditions of the Catholic faith through prayer, generosity, action, and service. We are committed to academic excellence recognizing the uniqueness of each student as we prepare all students to serve responsibly in the twenty-first century.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mater Dei Catholic School's ranking?
Mater Dei Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mater Dei Catholic School?
The application deadline for Mater Dei Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School - Gr. 1-7
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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