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Muhammads Islamic Academy

2600 Cecil B Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121

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Tel: (215) 235-2333

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Muhammad Islamic Academy is a non-profit school serving grades Pre-K-12.

We are located in the heart of North Philadelphia. Our school is based on the principles of Freedom, Justice, Equality, and Obedience to God (Allah).

We have an experienced and dedicated group of teachers and administrators.

Each teacher strives to create a supportive and challenging classroom atmosphere to encourage students to participate.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-11
Enrollment: 44 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Muhammads Islamic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Islamic School League of America (ISLA)

Religious Affiliation

Islamic

Grades Offered

Grades 1-11

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

44 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful

Muhammad Islamic Academy is a non-profit school serving grades Pre-K-12. We are located in the heart of North Philadelphia. Our school is based on the principles of Freedom, Justice, Equality, and Obedience to God (Allah). We have an experienced and dedicated group of teachers and administrators. Each teacher strives to create a supportive and challenging classroom atmosphere to encourage students to participate.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Shahid Muhammad, the Math Doctor

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Muhammads Islamic Academy often compared to?

Muhammads Islamic Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Al-aqsa Islamic School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Muhammads Islamic Academy?

Muhammads Islamic Academy famous alumni include: Shahid Muhammad, the Math Doctor.

When is the application deadline for Muhammads Islamic Academy?

The application deadline for Muhammads Islamic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Muhammads Islamic Academy located?

Muhammads Islamic Academy is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 2/23/2019

Asalaamu Wa Alaykum Is this school open and operating I would like information to consider my son for enrollment for year 2019-2020

- Posted by Parent - Sims-Freeman

5 12/27/2018

I am trying to find out the steps that needs to be taken to enroll my children in this school it's what I been looking for for my children for them to learn and to practice the DEEN of Al ISLAM IN SHA ALLAH

- Posted by Parent - Marvin Sampson

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-11
Enrollment: 44 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).