Very Good
#284 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 32% of private schools
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc.
Elementary School
220 W UPSAL ST, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#284 of 873
In Philadelphia
#34 of 95
public schools
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B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc.
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Project Learn School
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About B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc.
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #284 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. 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 B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. (this school) | 7.1 |
| Lingelbach Anna L Sch | 4.6 |
| Henry Charles W Sch | 7.6 |
| Roosevelt Theodore MS | 5.8 |
| Emlen Eleanor C Sch | 5.4 |
| Mastery CS-Pickett Campus | 3.4 |
| Houston Henry E Sch | 5.1 |
| AMY NW | 4.1 |
| Mastery CS John Wister Elementary | 6.3 |
| Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary | 5.5 |
| Day Anna B Sch | 2.8 |
| Kelly John B Sch | 3.9 |
| Fitler Academics Plus | 3.2 |
| West Oak Lane CS | 2.8 |
| Cook-Wissahickon Sch | 5.2 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch | 5.2 |
| Hill Freedman World Academy | 6.6 |
| Prince Hall Sch | 4.0 |
| Logan James Sch | 5.8 |
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch | 3.0 |
| Wissahickon CS | 3.3 |
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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
220 W UPSAL ST, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henry Charles W Sch (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GREENE STREET FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PROJECT LEARN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROJECT LEARN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Lingelbach Anna L Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| JESUS IS THE WAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Henry Charles W Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SMALL WORLD DISCOVERY CENTER Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Theodore MS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Emlen Eleanor C Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Mastery CS-Pickett Campus Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| ANTHONY WAYNE ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| GREENE STREET FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Houston Henry E Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| GERMANTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| AMY NW Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Mastery CS John Wister Elementary Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Day Anna B Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Parkway Northwest Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,609
Median Home Value
$326,600
Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Population
28,566
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc.
What grades does B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. serve?
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc.?
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. rank in PA?
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. ranks #284 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. a private school?
Yes, B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. a religious school?
B.c.a. and Childcare Center Inc. has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 438-6557
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