Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia

Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia, located in Northwest Philadelphia, offers co–ed Montessori education for grades K through 5 in a city setting.
Founded in 1938, the school has an enrollment of 13 students and a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with a total of 2 teachers.
The school has full representation of students of color, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for diversity.
is affiliated with the American Montessori Society and the Islamic School League of America, reflecting its Islamic orientation.
As a city–based private Montessori school, it serves families seeking early elementary education in Philadelphia's urban environment.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
1938
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
13 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Smart is Not Something You Are. Smart is Something You Become
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia often compared to?
Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia is often viewed alongside schools like Education I.S. The Key Learning Center by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia?
The application deadline for Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia located?
Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 16 other private schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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).

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