Phil-Mont Christian Academy

35 Hillcrest Avenue Glenside, PA 19038
Tel: (215) 233-0782 Ext. 408
www.phil-mont.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 403 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,900
  • Acceptance rate: 87%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #1 - Our student-athletes work hard to maintain their GPA and perform well on the court or field. about 80% of students in grades 6-12 participate in some extracurricular activity.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #2 - A small school setting means our students can learn from each other, and learn to teach what they learn.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #3 - 98% of graduates move on to college/university.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #4 - Our curriculum is hand-picked to the benefit of our students. Homework ramps up as the students grow, and most students put forth their best effort.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #5 - Our graduates move on to a wide range of fields but often return at homecoming to meet up with friends or former teachers.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #6 - Phil-Mont offers a strong arts program that includes music and drama, along with a robust visual arts department.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #7 - Award-winning sports that help students grow in both ability and character.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #8 - Our school concerts are always amazing and well-attended.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #9 - Small class sizes are taught by experienced teachers who care for students.
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Photo #10 - Every grade at Phil-Mont helps prepare our students for the next level.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 403 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,900
  • Acceptance rate: 87%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Phil-Mont Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1943
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
403 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
52%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average SAT score
1230
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms - khaki, navy blue
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Advanced BiologyAP American History
AP British LiteratureAP Calculus (AB)
AP Music TheoryAP U.S. Government and Politics
AP Visual Art

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
PK: $8,197 K-5: $9,649 6-8: $10,687 9-12: $12,669
% on Financial Aid
85%
Acceptance Rate
87%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Phil VanVeldhuizen
Admissions Associate
Lilan Geating (International)
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Falcon

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Carter G. Woodson Society (African American Culture)Chess Club
Interact Club (Rotary International)International Club
National Honor SocietyStudent Council
Tri M Music Honor Society


Arts and Music Programs:
Chapel Leadership TeamJazz Band
Literary & Art MagazineTheater/Drama Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Winter Tennis

School Notes

  • The mission of Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian Academy is to provide excellent academic education from a consistent Christian world-and-life view for the children in Christian families.
  • The vision of Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian Academy is to train ambassadors and disciples of Christ who are thoughtful, responsible, and biblically literate stewards of God's gifts and callings.
  • Phil-Mont upholds high standards of academic integrity. Students are expected to perform to the best of their God-given abilities.
  • The atmosphere of Phil-Mont is characterized by loving relationships in recognition of and in response to God's grace in individual lives and in His sustaining of the school.

Welcome to Phil-Mont, where families become part of alarger community which helps point children to Christ and prepares them for life and service in the kingdom of God. Our students benefit from godly teachers, who act as role-models for life, who pray with and for their students, who care about kids and take the time to help each student learn and express themselves using their God-given talents. We hope you prayerfully consider Phil-Mont for your family`s educational needs because the results reach far beyond head knowledge, athletic ability, or artistic excellence. Phil-Mont`s instruction helps students strive for theirbest, for the glory of their Creator and the good of all people.Please look over our information, check out our mission statement and then contact us or start the application process.

Crieria For Admission

  • That there be a credible profession of faith in Jesus Christ on the part of at leastone parent of the applicant.
  • That there be membership in, and/or regular attendance at, a church in whichthe Bible is sincerely believed and faithfully taught.
  • That there be an understanding of, and agreement with, the purpose of Phil-Mont Christian Academy to provide children with a God-centered education inwhich Jesus Christ is acknowledged in every area of life.
  • That there be a commitment on the part of the parents to support the work ofPhil-Mont Christian Academy through prayer, volunteer labor and financialcontributions.
  • That each applicant give evidence of potential academic success in Phil-MontChristian Academy`s program, based on past records, entrance tests andinterviews.
  • That each applicant give evidence of emotional stability, a satisfactory behaviorrecord and adequate social adjustment.

MISSION STATEMENT
Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian Academy`s mission is to provideexcellent academic education from a consistent Christian world-and-life viewfor children in Christian families, so that they as Christ`s disciples andambassadors may be thoughtful, responsible, and biblically literatestewards of God`s gifts and calling
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Christian Smith '78 - Christian Smith is the William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Sociology and Director of the Center for the Study of Religion and Society at the University of Notre Dame. Smith is well known for his research focused on religion, adolescents and emerging adults, and social theory.
    • Lawrence E. Lockman '67 - Lawrence E. Lockman is an American lumber worker, lobbyist, and political activist from Amherst, Maine, who has served as a Republican member of the Maine House of Representatives since 2012.
    • Barry Queen II '04 - Founder and President of Precision Planning Financial Group in Pasadena, CA.
    • Charles Gerow '73 - Charles Gerow is an American political strategist of the Republican Party who formerly served as the vice chair of the American Conservative Union.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Phil-Mont Christian Academy cost?
Phil-Mont Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $7,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Phil-Mont Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Phil-Mont Christian Academy is 87%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Phil-Mont Christian Academy?
Phil-Mont Christian Academy famous alumni include: Christian Smith '78, Lawrence E. Lockman '67, Barry Queen II '04 and Charles Gerow '73.
What sports does Phil-Mont Christian Academy offer?
Phil-Mont Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is Phil-Mont Christian Academy's ranking?
Phil-Mont Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Phil-Mont Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Phil-Mont Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Montgomery County, PA is $23,294 for elementary schools and $30,948 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Montgomery County, PA is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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