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Martin Saints Classical High School

  • LocationOreland, PA
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 57 students
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Martin Saints Classical High School is an independent Catholic classical high school in East Norriton, Pennsylvania, in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. It opened in 2017 in Oreland and moved to East Norriton in 2024. Its 2025-26 handbook says attendance at school worship is required, and its pages describe daily school devotions and a prayer at the start of each class. Every student takes theology in grades 9 through 12 under the curriculum described for 2026-27.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Martin Saints Classical High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSt. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church: 2.0 mi1Our Mother of Consolation Church: 2.9 mi2Martin Saints Classical High School (campus)N2 mi
CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church — 2.0 mi · 2316 Fairhill Avenue, Glenside
  2. Our Mother of Consolation Church — 2.9 mi · 9 East Chestnut Hill Avenue, Philadelphia

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

DSacramental life: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

47 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearA few times a year (School worship, including Mass, is required, and the whole school may gather for Mass on a given day.)
    Sources (3)
    1. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Attendance at school worship is required by all students unless parents make prior arrangements with the Headmaster.”
      Students are required to attend school worship, which includes school Mass.
    2. Student Life | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/student-life · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “We also have regular, daily school devotions. On any given day, the whole school might gather for Mass, rosary, Liturgy of the Hours, lectio divina, Benediction, or informal talks.”
      The school holds daily devotions; Mass and Benediction are among the options, with no frequency given.
    3. Academics | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Many students also elect to serve as a cantor for school Masses.”
      School Masses are held and students serve as cantors at them.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearSeasonally (Advent, Lent) or a few times a year (The 2025-26 handbook, the most recent edition published, says visiting priests offer Reconciliation from time to time, especially during Advent and Lent.)
    Sources (1)
    1. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Visiting priests will be available to offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation from time to time throughout the year, especially during Advent and Lent.”
      Visiting priests offer confession from time to time, especially in Advent and Lent.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredOccasionally (Benediction is listed among the daily school devotions.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Life | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/student-life · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “We also have regular, daily school devotions. On any given day, the whole school might gather for Mass, rosary, Liturgy of the Hours, lectio divina, Benediction, or informal talks.”
      The school holds daily devotions; Mass and Benediction are among the options, with no frequency given.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (Mass is confirmed. The chaplain listed on the faculty page is a deacon.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faculty | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/faculty · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Deacon Christopher Roberts, Ph.D. Chairman of the Board, Chaplain”
      A deacon, Christopher Roberts, is listed as the school's chaplain.
    2. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Attendance at school worship is required by all students unless parents make prior arrangements with the Headmaster.”
      Students are required to attend school worship, which includes school Mass.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (The 2026-27 curriculum overview lists a theology course in each of grades 9 through 12. Each grade counts as one full year; four years is recorded.)
    Sources (2)
    1. 2026-27 Curriculum Overviewmartinsaintsclassical.org/s/26-27-Martin-Saints-Curriculum-Overview.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “THEOLOGY Old Testament,”
      The 2026-27 curriculum lists theology in the freshman year (Old Testament, Theology of the Body).
      “Moral Theology, Prayer”
      The 2026-27 curriculum lists theology in the senior year (Moral Theology, Prayer).
    2. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “All students enrolled at Martin Saints Classical High School complete the full course of study.”
      All students complete the full course of study, which includes theology.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (Philosophy is taught in each grade, from the ancient world to modern philosophy, according to the 2026-27 curriculum overview.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academics | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “We use philosophy to connect different humanities classes, as well as teach logic and mathematics.”
      Philosophy is part of the required program.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-27 Curriculum Overviewmartinsaintsclassical.org/s/26-27-Martin-Saints-Curriculum-Overview.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Faith and reason meet in every class.”
      The school's curriculum overview says faith and reason meet in every class.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

86 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    RetreatsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Deacon Christopher Roberts is listed as chaplain and Brett Cuddy as chaplain assistant on the faculty page.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/faculty · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Deacon Christopher Roberts, Ph.D. Chairman of the Board, Chaplain”
      A deacon, Christopher Roberts, is listed as the school's chaplain.
      “Brett Cuddy, M.M., Music, Metalworking, Systems Coordinator, Chaplain Assistant”
      Brett Cuddy is listed as chaplain assistant.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsOne (Campus Ministry is the one student faith group listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Life | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/student-life · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Student ministers help grow our school's spiritual and devotional life.”
      Campus Ministry is a student group that plans student-led prayer and service, meeting biweekly at lunch.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Life | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/student-life · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Every class starts with prayer, and connections with our faith are integrated into all aspects of the curriculum.”
      Every class begins with prayer.
    2. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Each class begins with a prayer as students and faculty ask for divine assistance in the work of that period.”
      Each class begins with prayer.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required service hoursNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (Frassati Fridays, the school's field-trip program, rotate among outdoor, works-of-mercy and cultural trips.)
    Sources (2)
    1. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “corporal works of mercy (soup kitchens, senior living facilities)”
      Frassati Fridays rotate among outdoor, works-of-mercy and cultural field trips.
    2. Academics | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “About ten times over the school year, we take education outside the classroom.”
      Frassati Fridays are field trips held about ten times a school year.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Every class begins with prayer, and the school describes daily school devotions.
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Life | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/student-life · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Every class starts with prayer, and connections with our faith are integrated into all aspects of the curriculum.”
      Every class begins with prayer.
    2. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Each class begins with a prayer as students and faculty ask for divine assistance in the work of that period.”
      Each class begins with prayer.
  • Theology is taught in each of grades 9 through 12, and the curriculum says faith and reason meet in every class.
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-27 Curriculum Overviewmartinsaintsclassical.org/s/26-27-Martin-Saints-Curriculum-Overview.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “THEOLOGY Old Testament,”
      The 2026-27 curriculum lists theology in the freshman year (Old Testament, Theology of the Body).
      “Moral Theology, Prayer”
      The 2026-27 curriculum lists theology in the senior year (Moral Theology, Prayer).
      “Faith and reason meet in every class.”
      The school's curriculum overview says faith and reason meet in every class.
  • Frassati Fridays are a regular field-trip program that includes works of mercy.
    Sources (1)
    1. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “corporal works of mercy (soup kitchens, senior living facilities)”
      Frassati Fridays rotate among outdoor, works-of-mercy and cultural field trips.

Concerns

  • The chaplain listed on the faculty page is a deacon.
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/faculty · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Deacon Christopher Roberts, Ph.D. Chairman of the Board, Chaplain”
      A deacon, Christopher Roberts, is listed as the school's chaplain.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry, Martin Saints Classical High School

  • Address: 3000 Keenwood Road, East Norriton, PA 19403
  • Location: On campus

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Catholic clubs and student life

5 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 2 off campus, 2 location not published

Faith formation 2

  • Senior Holy Week pilgrimage to Rome and AssisiOff campus
    Holy Week each year
    Seniors make a pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi during Holy Week.
    martinsaintsclassical.org
  • Theology Q&A
    Roughly once a month
    Students may submit questions anonymously, and the whole school discusses the latest questions.
    martinsaintsclassical.org

Service 1

Liturgy and prayer 1

  • Daily school devotionsOn campus
    Regular daily school devotions
    Whole-school devotions that may include Mass, rosary, Liturgy of the Hours, lectio divina, or Benediction.
    martinsaintsclassical.org

Clubs and groups 1

  • Campus Ministry (student ministers)
    Meets biweekly, during lunch
    A student group that plans student-led prayer periods, discerns ways to serve the school community, and prays for special intentions.
    martinsaintsclassical.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (3)
  1. Student Life | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/student-life · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Student ministers help grow our school's spiritual and devotional life.”
    Campus Ministry is a student group that plans student-led prayer and service, meeting biweekly at lunch.
    “Student ministers help grow our school's spiritual and devotional life.”
    Campus Ministry is a student group that plans student-led prayer and service, meeting biweekly at lunch.
  2. MSC Family Handbook 2025-26martinsaintsclassical.org/s/MSC-Family-Handbook-25-26.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Martin Saints Classical High School is located at Saint Titus Roman Catholic Parish,”
    The school is located at Saint Titus Roman Catholic Parish, with the mailing address 3000 Keenwood Road, East Norriton, PA 19403.
  3. Contact | Martin Saints Classical High Schoolmartinsaintsclassical.org/contact · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Email: info@martinsaintsclassical.org Phone: 267-495-4865”
    The school's general office email and phone are published.

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Academic Excellence

DAcademic Excellence: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
53 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.75%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.5.2 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeIndependent Catholic school
DioceseArchdiocese of Philadelphia, PA
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)57
Students in grades 9–1257
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio5.2 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges75%
SettingSuburb

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Philadelphia

The Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: catholicchurchofphila.org, catholicchurchofphila.org, catholicchurchofphila.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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What is Martin Saints Classical High School’s Compass Score?
72 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

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