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19121 Pennsylvania Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,026 students in 19121, PA (there are 10 public schools, serving 3,807 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 19121, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 19121, PA include Gesu School and Girard College.
The average acceptance rate is 54%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
57% of private schools in 19121, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,026
  • Average Tuition: $12,200
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 98%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 99%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,026
  • Average Tuition: $12,200
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 98%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 99%
  • View 19121 Pennsylvania School Trends

Top Ranked 19121 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Gesu School
Gesu School
Gr: PK-8 | 431 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
1700 W Thompson St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 763-3660
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Girard College
Gr: 1-12 | 392 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 13
2101 S College Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
(2)
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Community Partnership School
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
3033 W. Glenwood Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 235-0461
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Map of Hope Christian Academy
Hope Christian Academy
Gr: K-5 | 8 students
Christian
2222 W Master St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 236-6744
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Map of Muhammads Islamic Academy
Muhammads Islamic Academy
Gr: 1-11 | 44 students
Islamic
2600 Cecil B Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 235-2333
(2)
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Map of Revolution School
Revolution School
Gr: 9-11 | 19 students
Alternative School
3033 W Glenwood Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 631-3697
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Map of White Dove Performing Arts Academy
White Dove Performing Arts Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 8 students
Specialized Curriculum (Church of God)
2510 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 236-7195
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19121, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Celestial Christian Community
Celestial Christian Community
Gr: K-8 | 30 students
Christian
2534 W Thompson St
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 235-0353
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 19121, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 19121, PA include Gesu School and Girard College.
How many private schools are located in 19121?
7 private schools are located in 19121.
How diverse are private schools in 19121?
19121 private schools are approximately 99% minority students, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.
What percentage of students in 19121 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 19121 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 19121?
57% of private schools in 19121 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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