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St. Peter The Apostle School

Best 19123 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 788 students in 19123, PA (there are 6 public schools, serving 2,115 public students). 27% of all K-12 students in 19123, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 19123, PA include The City School - Poplar Campus (6-12) and St. Peter The Apostle School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private schools in 19123, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 19123 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

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Chesterbrook Academy Fairmount
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1363 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 774-3917
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The City School - Poplar Campus (6-12) Photo
The City School - Poplar Campus (6-12)
Gr: 6-12 | 546 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
910 N. 6th Street (Multiple Campus Locations)
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 731-1930
(1)
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St. Peter The Apostle School
Gr: PK-8 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
1009 N 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 922-5958
(2)
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Map of Quadrat Academy
Quadrat Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students
Montessori School
222 Brown St
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(267) 997-7744
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 19123, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 19123, PA include The City School - Poplar Campus (6-12) and St. Peter The Apostle School.
How many private schools are located in 19123?
4 private schools are located in 19123.
What percentage of students in 19123 go to private school?
27% of all K-12 students in 19123 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 19123?
50% of private schools in 19123 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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