Very Good
#309 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 35% of private schools
Al-aqsa Islamic School
School
1501 GERMANTOWN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#309 of 873
In Philadelphia
#38 of 95
public schools
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Al-aqsa Islamic School
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About Al-aqsa Islamic School
Al-aqsa Islamic School is a private school in Philadelphia, PA. Al-aqsa Islamic School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-aqsa Islamic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #309 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Al-aqsa Islamic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Al-aqsa Islamic School compares to 300 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-aqsa Islamic School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Ludlow James R Sch | 4.0 |
| Moffet John Sch | 4.3 |
| Bodine William W HS | 8.2 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS | 6.3 |
| Young Scholars CS | 3.3 |
| Adaire Alexander Sch | 8.3 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab | 6.6 |
| McKinley William Sch | 4.3 |
| Penn Treaty Sch | 4.2 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch | 5.5 |
| Kearny Gen Philip Sch | 3.3 |
| Welsh John Sch | 2.3 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS | 4.5 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch | 7.8 |
| Spring Garden Sch | 3.2 |
| Kensington Health Sciences | 5.2 |
| Hunter William H Sch | 3.4 |
| Kensington HS | 5.0 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson | 3.4 |
| Hartranft John F Sch | 4.4 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1501 GERMANTOWN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-aqsa Islamic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Adaire Alexander Sch (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bodine William W HS (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hackett Horatio B Sch (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Moffet John Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Bodine William W HS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| QUADRAT ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Adaire Alexander Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Kearny Gen Philip Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Penn Treaty Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Spring Garden Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,785
Median Home Value
$341,000
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
24,740
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
28.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BELLEVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Belleville, PA | 7.0 |
| PLUMSTEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plumstead, PA | 7.0 |
| LEHIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Allentown, PA | 6.9 |
| NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lebanon, PA | 6.9 |
| SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Macungie, PA | 6.9 |
| WATSON INSTITUTE Sewickley, PA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-aqsa Islamic School
What grades does Al-aqsa Islamic School serve?
Al-aqsa Islamic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Al-aqsa Islamic School?
Al-aqsa Islamic School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-aqsa Islamic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-aqsa Islamic School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-aqsa Islamic School rank in PA?
Al-aqsa Islamic School ranks #309 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Al-aqsa Islamic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-aqsa Islamic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-aqsa Islamic School a private school?
Yes, Al-aqsa Islamic School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-aqsa Islamic School a religious school?
Al-aqsa Islamic School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 765-6660
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