St. Charles Borromeo School, founded in 1920, and sponsored by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, proclaims Christ as our model in the teaching and formation of young Christians.
Through religious and academic offerings, the faculty and staff develop students' intellect, self-discipline, social values, and respect for God, self and others.
The St. Charles Borromeo community is dedicated to helping students achieve educational excellence and a way of life consistent with the principles of Catholic Christianity.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Charles Borromeo 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
236 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Charles Borromeo School, founded in 1920, and sponsored by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, proclaims Christ as our model in the teaching and formation of young Christians. Through religious and academic offerings, the faculty and staff develop students' intellect, self-discipline, social values, and respect for God, self and others. The St. Charles Borromeo community is dedicated to helping students achieve educational excellence and a way of life consistent with the principles of Catholic Christianity.
Source: Verified school update
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St. Charles Borromeo School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
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The application deadline for St. Charles Borromeo School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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