Bethel Baptist Academy

Bethel Baptist Academy in Philadelphia, PA, is a co–ed private school offering education from preschool (PK) through 12th grade in a city community setting.
The school enrolls 84 students across all grades with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 11 full–time teachers.
Located in North Philadelphia, this academy has a student population with 42.65% students of color, reflecting demographic diversity in the city.
As a city–based PK–12 school, Bethel Baptist Academy's enrollment size is smaller compared to nearby Philadelphia private schools serving similar grade spans.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Bethel Baptist Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: “And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth...” (Matthew 28:18–20)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Bethel Baptist Academy?
The application deadline for Bethel Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bethel Baptist Academy located?
Bethel Baptist Academy is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,297 for elementary schools and $18,472 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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