Saint Leo The Great School Photo #7 - Vocations Day - every other year. Priests, nuns and religious brought in from all over the country to speak to the students and their families

Saint Leo The Great School

Saint Leo the Great Catholic School is a pre-K through 8th grade school where education, service, and faith combine to provide each student a foundation of high standards in knowledge and ethics.
Our teaching philosophy is guided by the belief that each student is a unique gift of God, created with special gifts and talents.
It is our goal to nurture and develop those gifts.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 332 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Saint Leo The Great School 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
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1965

Student Body

Total Students
332 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Saint Leo The Great School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Financial Aid is available. Discounts available for multiple children.
Admissions Director
Alexandra Stairs

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Altar Servers, Robotics Club, Science Explorers, Science Olympiad, Student Council, Yearbook, Youth Ministry

Arts and Music Programs:
Instrumental Music Lessons, School Mass Choir, School Musical

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls on the Run

School Notes

  • We serve students in PreK4 through 8th grade so that they may develop a strong foundation in their education and faith. Our close-knit community, small class sizes, dedicated and loving teachers, numerous opportunities for students and families to be involved, and a challenging academic program that provides strong foundations makes Saint Leo the Great a great choice for your family. We would love an opportunity to show you around our campus and let you experience our school for yourself.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Saint Leo The Great School offer?
Saint Leo The Great School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Softball and Track and Field.
What is Saint Leo The Great School's ranking?
Saint Leo The Great School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Saint Leo The Great School?
The application deadline for Saint Leo The Great School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 332 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lancaster County, PA is $10,557 for elementary schools and $13,060 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lancaster County, PA is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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