Ymca Kindergarten Academy serves 16 students in grades Kindergarten. The student:teacher of Ymca Kindergarten Academy is 16:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,350
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ymca Kindergarten Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1894
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
54 acres
Student Body
Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Smith - CEO of Major Company, Class of 2000 -
- Jane Doe - Olympic Gold Medalist, Class of 2015 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ymca Kindergarten Academy cost?
Ymca Kindergarten Academy's tuition is approximately $1,350 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Ymca Kindergarten Academy?
Ymca Kindergarten Academy famous alumni include: John Smith - CEO of Major Company, Class of 2000 and Jane Doe - Olympic Gold Medalist, Class of 2015.
What is Ymca Kindergarten Academy's ranking?
Ymca Kindergarten Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Ymca Kindergarten Academy?
The application deadline for Ymca Kindergarten Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Ymca Kindergarten Academy is West Chester Christian School (2.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Agnes Catholic School (0.2 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
St. Agnes Catholic School![St. Agnes Catholic School Photo]( "St. Agnes Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
211 W Gay St
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-1260
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-1260
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 347 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
West Chester Friends School
(Friends)
415 N High Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-2615
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-2615
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 37 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Goddard School![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
703 West Nields Street
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 918-4660
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 918-4660
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-K
Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten![Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten Photo]( "Kesher Israel Preschool & Kindergarten Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
1000 Pottstown Pike
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-4457
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-4457
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 197 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Show N Tell Nursery Day School
Daycare / Preschool
300 S Five Points Road
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 692-4155
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 692-4155
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 24 students
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