Greene Street Friends School
Tel:
(215) 438-7000
- For 164 years Greene Street Friends School has educated children according to the Quaker principles of honesty, respect for the individual, peace and simplicity.
- While embracing these core values, the School has dared to be at the forefront of innovative educational practices.
- That tradition of innovation continues today with an emphasis on hands-on learning, non-violent methods of conflict resolution, cultural understanding, community service, environmental education and the thoughtful incorporation of technology into the curriculum.
- Strong fundamentals and ethical strength prepare our students for a rapidly changing world and enable them to progress with an enthusiasm for learning and for life.
- Greene Street Friends School is an urban coeducational School under the care of Green Street Monthly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends.
- We strive to provide high academic standards in a school community where all relationships are influenced and guided by the beliefs of the Society of Friends.
- It is our hope that through their own experiences the children will discover and affirm themselves and others as they come to know and value differences in ability, language, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, family structure, or family income.
- This deep respect for each individual springs from Friends' belief in "that of God" in everyone.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 340 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,800
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Top Placements
Greene Street Friends School places among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Student Body Largest student body
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Friends |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1855 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 340 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 39% State avg.: 23% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 36 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
| Average Class Size | 16 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,800 |
| Tuition Notes | 2019-2020: PK - $15,400; K - $15,500; 1st - $15,600; 2nd - $15,700; 3rd - $15,800; 4th - $15,900; 5th - $16,100; 6th - $16,200; 7th - $16,300; 8th - -$16,400 |
| % on Financial Aid | 44% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $6,600 |
| Acceptance Rate | 40% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Leanne Clancy |
| Admissions Associate | Daisy Daniels |
| Endowment Size | $2 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, SoftballBasketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 9 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Feminist Club, GSAFE, TORCH, Yearbook Club Arts and Music Programs: Chorus, Drama, Instrumental Music Ensemble, Musical Theater, Quaker Notes |
School Notes
- For 164 years Greene Street Friends School has educated children according to the Quaker principles of honesty, respect for the individual, peace and simplicity. While embracing these core values, the School has dared to be at the forefront of innovative educational practices. That tradition of innovation continues today with an emphasis on hands-on learning, non-violent methods of conflict resolution, cultural understanding, community service, environmental education and the thoughtful incorporation of technology into the curriculum. Strong fundamentals and ethical strength prepare our students for a rapidly changing world and enable them to progress with an enthusiasm for learning and for life. Greene Street Friends School is an urban coeducational School under the care of Green Street Monthly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to provide high academic standards in a school community where all relationships are influenced and guided by the beliefs of the Society of Friends. It is our hope that through their own experiences the children will discover and affirm themselves and others as they come to know and value differences in ability, language, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, family structure, or family income. This deep respect for each individual springs from Friends' belief in "that of God" in everyone.
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- PhiladelphiaWilliam Penn Charter School(Friends)Grades: PK-12 | 947 students
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947 - Philadelphia Grades: NS-12 | 1133 students
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1133 - PhiladelphiaFriends Select School(Friends)Grades: PK-12 | 600 students
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Philadelphia, PA 19103
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600 - PhiladelphiaProject Learn SchoolAlternative SchoolGrades: K-8 | 72 students
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6525 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
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72 - Philadelphia Grades: NS-8 | 474 students
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Philadelphia, PA 19146
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School Reviews
| 5 I attended Greene Street Friends and enjoyed the experience and educational opportunities,too. Students and teachers were my best friends.! I am currently a successful, confident professional, thanks to GSF. - Posted by Student/Alumni - Professional |
| 5 A Quaker school that teaches compassion, tolerance, and compassion along with strong academics and inventive arts programs. All the strengths and weaknesses of a small school. - Posted by Parent - hwo19 |
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