The City School- Spruce Hill (Closed 2025)

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
The City School- Spruce Hill Student 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
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 9 other private schools located in University City.

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