Welcome!

        St. Andrew Catholic School would like to invite you to visit and learn first hand what remarkable opportunities we have to offer you and your children. 

     Please call the school office at (717) 762-3221

      for more information or to schedule a tour.  We also have many exciting things  planned throughout the year which you are welcome to attend.

       Please check our online Bulletin Board and/or the Events Calendar for upcoming events that you and your family would enjoy together.  Our Children's Masses are are something to behold.  There are also fun holiday programs and exciting fund raisers such as Oktoberfest, Fish Fry Dinners and Basket Bingo.

There's always something exciting going on here at St. Andrew Catholic Elementary!

We look forward to spending time with each of you.

    
         
   

Saint Andrew Catholic Elementary School

213 East Main Street

Waynesboro, Pa. 17268

Educational Excellence since 1925!

The school was constructed in 1925 under the pastorate of

Father William Callaghan, 1924-1936. 

An addition was built onto the school in 1990. 

This wing consists of the Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades,

a conference room as well as a handicap accessible restroom.

The Sisters of Mercy were the first faculty members,

followed by the Sisters of Cyril and Methodius until 1999.

Presently the faculty consists of well trained, dedicated lay educators. 

We are also very excited to have two seminarians from Mount Saint Mary's University assisting our staff with the children's religious education each week.

   
         
   

MISSION STATEMENT

 Saint Andrew Catholic Elementary School is devoted to fostering

Christian values and academic excellence.

   
         
   

We, the faculty of Saint Andrew, firmly believe: 

  • Children learn best in a comfortable, nurturing environment where they feel safe, secure, and valued. 
  • Each child is a unique individual with God-given talents and abilities who can and will learn when taught at the appropriate level and given the time needed to succeed. 
  • The partnership of parents and teachers working together greatly enhances a child's school success. 
  • All children deserve a school and classroom atmosphere that challenges them to develop as life-long learners with self- respect, self-confidence, and self-discipline. 
   
         
    The curriculum of Saint Andrew Catholic School emphasizes academic excellence in the areas of religion, reading, spelling, mathematics, social studies, science, music, art, physical education, and computer instruction in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Diocese of Harrisburg guidelines. Students also have the opportunity to become involved in activities including:     
   
  • Student Council
  • Science Fair
  • Instrumental Music Instruction
  • Scouting
  • Environmental programs through Renfrew Institute
  • Athletics Clubs
  • Chess Club
  • Community Service Club
  • Literary Club
  • Spanish Club

 

    
         
   

Enrollment 

126 Students 

Faculty  Average experience 15 years 
Year Founded  1925 
Religious Affiliation  Catholic 
Diocese of Harrisburg 

Pupil - Teacher Ratio 

20 - 1 

Special Services  Speech, gifted 
remedial reading and math 
guidance counseling 
Test Scores  St. Andrew School test 
scores consistently exceed 
the national average. 
   
         
    The best way to know God is to love many things. - Vincent van Gogh