French International School Of Philadelphia

The French International School of Philadelphia is a French international school in Bala Cynwyd, Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania within the Delaware Valley.
As of 1993 it is the only full French bilingual educational program in Pennsylvania. It serves grades PreK-8.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 332 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

French International School Of Philadelphia ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
332 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
French International School Of Philadelphia Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
PK3:$24,480 PK4:$24,480 K:$25,130 G1:$25,480 G2:$26,185 G3:$27,910 G4:$28,490 G5:$29,610 G6:$30,815 G7:$30,815 G8:$30,815

School Notes

  • School Motto: Beyond Bilingual, Beyond Borders
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is French International School Of Philadelphia's ranking?
French International School Of Philadelphia ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for French International School Of Philadelphia?
The application deadline for French International School Of Philadelphia is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 332 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Montgomery County, PA is $21,166 for elementary schools and $28,417 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Montgomery County, PA is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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