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First Century Gospel School

4908 Roosevelt Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19124

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Tel: (215) 742-6615

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First Century Gospel School in Philadelphia, PA, serves 158 co–ed students from kindergarten through 10th grade in a city–based Christian educational program.

The school has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by 11 teachers, providing instruction in a large city community setting in Northeast Philadelphia.

First Century Gospel School is located near other private schools such as St.

Martin Of Tours School and Frankford Friends School within Philadelphia's 19124 zip code area.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-10
Enrollment: 158 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-10

Student Body

Total Students

158 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for First Century Gospel School?

The application deadline for First Century Gospel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is First Century Gospel School located?

First Century Gospel School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-10
Enrollment: 158 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $12,904 for elementary schools and $18,927 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).