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Best 19140 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 1,377 students in 19140, PA (there are 18 public schools, serving 9,448 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 19140, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 19140, PA include St. Veronica/independence Mission School, Little Flower Catholic High School For Girls, and Candace Wegner.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
78% of private schools in 19140, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 19140 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

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Candace Wegner
Gr: PK-8 | 96 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 9
Assembly of God
3501 N. 17th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 226-1000
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Hunting Park Christian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
4400 N 6th St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 331-8002
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Little Flower Catholic High School For Girls
Gr: 9-12 | 563 students
All-girls (Catholic)
1000 W Lycoming St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 455-6900
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St. Veronica/independence Mission School
Gr: K-8 | 213 students
Catholic
3521 N 6th St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 225-1575
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Broad Street Academy
Gr: K-3 | 70 students
Christian
1434 Belfield Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 329-2300
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Community Council Learning Academy
Gr: 2-12 | 45 students
Special Education School
4224 N Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 845-2670
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Faith Tabernacle School
Gr: 1-12 | 107 students
Christian
3611 N Randolph St 15
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 221-0909
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Thankful Learning Center, Inc.
Gr: PK-6 | 49 students
Alternative School
3200 N 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 226-5544
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Vocatio Career Prep High School
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students
Vocational/Technical School (Christian)
4455 N. 6th St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(267) 603-3093
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19140, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

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Harold O Davis Christain School
Gr: PK-4 | 69 students
Baptist
4500 N 10th St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 329-8859
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St. Hugh School
Gr: K-9 | 164 students
Catholic
3501 N Mascher St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 634-3060
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 19140, PA?
How many private schools are located in 19140?
9 private schools are located in 19140.
How diverse are private schools in 19140?
19140 private schools are approximately 77% minority students, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average of 27%.
What percentage of students in 19140 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 19140 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 19140?
78% of private schools in 19140 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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