St. Valentine Catholic Elementary School, located in the suburban community of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is comprised of a community of believers who strive to provide a faith centered curriculum respecting the uniqueness of its members.
Our purpose for existing is to develop in our students the attitudes, understandings, habits, and skills necessary for Christian Catholic living in our American democratic society.
We strive to make the children of our school aware of the call to service in the community, exemplified in the message and values of the Gospel.
Our objectives are to encourage and foster all areas of learning by attempting to educate the total child: spiritually, mentally, morally, aesthetically, and physically.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
229 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Valentine School?
The application deadline for St. Valentine School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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