Excellent
#56 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 6% of private schools
Bethel Baptist Academy
School
2400 S BROAD ST, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#56 of 873
In Philadelphia
#6 of 95
public schools
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Bethel Baptist Academy
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About Bethel Baptist Academy
Bethel Baptist Academy is a private school in Philadelphia, PA. Bethel Baptist Academy serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethel Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Bethel Baptist Academy 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Bethel Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bethel Baptist Academy 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 Bethel Baptist Academy compares to 300 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethel Baptist Academy (this school) | 8.3 |
| Philadelphia Performing Arts CS | 5.7 |
| Jenks Abram Sch | 8.5 |
| South Philadelphia HS | 4.6 |
| Girard Stephen Sch | 5.5 |
| Bregy F Amedee Sch | 6.0 |
| Fell D Newlin Sch | 5.5 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch | 3.7 |
| Mastery CS -Thomas Campus | 4.7 |
| Gamp | 7.5 |
| Southwark Sch | 5.5 |
| Childs George W Sch | 3.6 |
| McDaniel Delaplaine Sch | 2.7 |
| Universal Vare CS | 4.5 |
| Taggart John H Sch | 6.0 |
| Christopher Columbus CS | 7.2 |
| Kirkbride Eliza B Sch | 6.6 |
| Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers | 5.1 |
| Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch | 7.9 |
| Sharswood George Sch | 4.5 |
| Furness Horace HS | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 300 schools. View all schools in Philadelphia
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
2400 S BROAD ST, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethel Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Philadelphia Performing Arts CS (rated 5.7/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mastery CS -Thomas Campus (rated 4.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Performing Arts CS Philadelphia | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Jenks Abram Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| South Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Girard Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Bregy F Amedee Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Fell D Newlin Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mastery CS -Thomas Campus Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Childs George W Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Southwark Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Gamp Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| McDaniel Delaplaine Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Christopher Columbus CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Universal Vare CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Taggart John H Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Kirkbride Eliza B Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Creative and Performing Arts Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Stanton Edwin M Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,374
Median Home Value
$290,100
Median Rent
$1,343/mo
Population
42,955
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethel Baptist Academy
What grades does Bethel Baptist Academy serve?
Bethel Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Bethel Baptist Academy?
Bethel Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethel Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethel Baptist Academy is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethel Baptist Academy rank in PA?
Bethel Baptist Academy ranks #56 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Bethel Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethel Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethel Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Bethel Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bethel Baptist Academy a religious school?
Bethel Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 426-1909
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