19118 Pennsylvania Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 2,008 students in 19118, PA (there are 1 public school, serving 394 public students). 84% of all K-12 students in 19118, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 19118, PA include Norwood-fontbonne Academy, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, and The Crefeld School.
The average acceptance rate is 62%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
40% of private schools in 19118, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 19118 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

The Crefeld School Photo
Gr: 7-12 | 89 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 14
8836 Crefeld Street
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 242-5545
(5)
Norwood-fontbonne Academy Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 366 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 27
Catholic
8891 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-3811
(6)
Map of Our Mother Of Consolation Parish School
Gr: PK-8 | 226 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Catholic
17 E Chestnut Hill Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-1060
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 1,245 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 15
500 W Willow Grove Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
(5)
Map of Jewish Children's Folkshul
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
Alternative School
8000 Cherokee St
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 248-1550

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 19118, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 19118, PA include Norwood-fontbonne Academy, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, and The Crefeld School.
How many private schools are located in 19118?
5 private schools are located in 19118.
How diverse are private schools in 19118?
19118 private schools are approximately 34% minority students, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.
What percentage of students in 19118 go to private school?
84% of all K-12 students in 19118 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 19118?
40% of private schools in 19118 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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