At St Luke School, we focus on each child in a value centered Christian Community within a safe and nurturing enviornment facilating learning for life.
Saint Luke School continues the work and mission of Jesus Christ, an integral part of the child's education.
As a Catholic community we teach, model, and promote the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Saint Luke School fosters appropriate practices and policies, which meet the developmental needs of children.
Our goals are to foster curiosity, to motivate students, to increase student engagement in the learning process, and to promote feelings of positive self-image and belonging.
We encourage responsible decision making, emphasizing that each choice made has a consequence, positive or negative.
We develop self-confidence and leadership skills in our students in order to make them resourceful life-long learners and responsible leaders of the global society.
Saint Luke School maximizes the child's potential because we believe that all children can learn.
A qualified faculty with a sincere interest in young people respects differences among them and willingly adapts teaching strategies to accommodate learning styles.
From liturgical celebrations to athletic events, the staff promotes success in a warm, nurturing, positive environment that fosters learning and enhances self-esteem.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Luke 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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
329 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- At St Luke School, we focus on each child in a value centered Christian Community within a safe and nurturing enviornment facilating learning for life. Saint Luke School continues the work and mission of Jesus Christ, an integral part of the child's education. As a Catholic community we teach, model, and promote the teachings of the Catholic Church. Saint Luke School fosters appropriate practices and policies, which meet the developmental needs of children. Our goals are to foster curiosity, to motivate students, to increase student engagement in the learning process, and to promote feelings of positive self-image and belonging. We encourage responsible decision making, emphasizing that each choice made has a consequence, positive or negative. We develop self-confidence and leadership skills in our students in order to make them resourceful life-long learners and responsible leaders of the global society. Saint Luke School maximizes the child's potential because we believe that all children can learn. A qualified faculty with a sincere interest in young people respects differences among them and willingly adapts teaching strategies to accommodate learning styles. From liturgical celebrations to athletic events, the staff promotes success in a warm, nurturing, positive environment that fosters learning and enhances self-esteem.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Luke School's ranking?
St. Luke School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Luke School?
The application deadline for St. Luke School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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