Located in Wallingford, Pennsylvania on a beautiful 16-acre suburban campus, Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School (MPRCS) offers classes for grades PreK 3 through Eighth.
With rigorous academics and a strong faculty, we strive to educate students` minds, nurture their hearts, and prepare them to be faith-filled members of our diverse local and global communities. Dedicated and experienced teachers, committed to their vocation, create a dynamic learning environment that challenges students to reach their full potential.
In addition to a religious education firmly rooted in our Catholic tradition, we offer a challenging academic curriculum based on the Common Core State Standards and Archdiocesan guidelines.
Students develop a love of learning and a strong moral conscience in a disciplined, caring environment.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mother Of Providence Regional 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
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Full time learning support for mild learning differences
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2020
Student Body
Total Students
314 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
22%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Further Tuition Breakdown d2y1pz2y630308.cloudfront.net
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer Camp during the summer is offer to students Pre-school to grade 8.
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sharon Soper
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
choir, community service, Drama Club, math team, SeaPerch, Speech and Debate, sports, student council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Band, piano lessons, violin
choir, community service, Drama Club, math team, SeaPerch, Speech and Debate, sports, student council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Band, piano lessons, violin
School Notes
What makes Mother of Providence unique
- Religious education grounded in our Catholic Faith
- 2019 School of Distinctionrecognizing academic growth in the Terra Nova Standardized Test
- Full and half day PreK 3 and Pre K
- Full day Kindergarten
- CARES extended day program
- State of the art technology program
- Google Education Program
- One to one device program for all grades (iPads and Chromebooks)
- CYO Sports
- Honors Math
- Art
- Leadership opportunities in Middle School - Student Council
- Mock Trial and Moot Court
- Sea Perch STEM program
- Weekly newscast produced, directed and filmed by our Middle School students
- Drama Club with a full length play every year
- Curriculum based Music program including band, violin and bell choir
- Foreign Language program
- MPRCS is ranked nationally in theFirst in Mathprogram
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School cost?
Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
Does Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School offer a summer program?
Yes, Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School offer?
Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School's ranking?
Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School?
The application deadline for Mother Of Providence Regional Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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