The City School- Spruce Hill serves 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student:teacher of The City School- Spruce Hill is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
316 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,000
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The City School- Spruce Hill cost?
The City School- Spruce Hill's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The City School- Spruce Hill?
The application deadline for The City School- Spruce Hill is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The City School- Spruce Hill located?
The City School- Spruce Hill is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other private schools located in University City.
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The nearest high school to The City School- Spruce Hill is HMS School For Children With Cerebral Palsy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Jubilee School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Francis De Sales School (0.5 miles away)
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