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Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School

1312 E Bristol St Philadelphia, PA 19124

Tel: (215) 743-5909

www.holyinnocentsschool.org

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 314 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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About the School

Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School in Philadelphia, PA, serves 314 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city environment.
Founded in 1930, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 with an average class size of 15.
The school is affiliated with the Catholic Church and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.
Approximately 58% of the student body represents students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Pennsylvania for diversity.
Holy Innocents has a formal dress code and accepts about 90% of applicants, reflecting enrollment availability within the local Philadelphia community.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 314 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School
Pre-K	38
Kind	30
1	30
2	23
3	28
4	26
5	48
6	18
7	26
8	47

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Year Founded

1930

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Student Body

Total Students

314 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

58%

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School?

The acceptance rate of Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What is Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School's ranking?

Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School?

The application deadline for Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School located?

Holy Innocents Area Catholic Continuation School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,062 for elementary schools and $19,019 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).