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#727 of 873 private schools in PA
Excelsior School Philadelphia
Elementary School
2106 HAINES ST, Philadelphia, PA 19138
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#727 of 873
In Philadelphia
#86 of 95
public schools
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Excelsior School Philadelphia
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Excelsior School Philadelphia
Excelsior School Philadelphia is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Excelsior School Philadelphia serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Excelsior School Philadelphia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, Excelsior School Philadelphia 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.
Excelsior School Philadelphia 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 Excelsior School Philadelphia compares to 228 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Excelsior School Philadelphia (this school) | 5.2 |
| West Oak Lane CS | 2.8 |
| Rowen William Sch | 2.4 |
| Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary | 5.5 |
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch | 3.0 |
| Day Anna B Sch | 2.8 |
| Prince Hall Sch | 4.0 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch | 5.2 |
| Ellwood Sch | 4.1 |
| Roosevelt Theodore MS | 5.8 |
| Emlen Eleanor C Sch | 5.4 |
| Howe Julia Ward Sch | 5.3 |
| Franklin S Edmonds Sch | 2.8 |
| Widener Memorial Sch | 3.1 |
| Mastery CS John Wister Elementary | 6.3 |
| Logan James Sch | 5.8 |
| Lowell James R Sch | 4.0 |
| ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS | 5.8 |
| Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS | 5.3 |
| McCloskey John F Sch | 3.4 |
| Houston Henry E Sch | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 228 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2106 HAINES ST, Philadelphia, PA 19138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excelsior School Philadelphia may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pennell Joseph Sch (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST RAYMOND OF PENAFORT SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Building 21 Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.8 |
| West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.8 |
| MT AIRY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | — |
| ADELAIDE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Parkway Northwest Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.2 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Prince Hall Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW MEDINA LEARNING INSTITUTE Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Day Anna B Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Ellwood Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| AMY NW Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ST RAYMOND OF PENAFORT SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,586
Median Home Value
$167,300
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
31,737
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
36.9
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| FAIRHAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gap, PA | 5.2 |
| MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE INTERPAROCHIAL Philadelphia, PA | 5.2 |
| Preston Sch Lakewood, PA | 5.2 |
| ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Minersville, PA | 5.2 |
| CONN AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Connellsville, PA | 5.3 |
| California Academy of Learning CS Coal Center, PA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excelsior School Philadelphia
What grades does Excelsior School Philadelphia serve?
Excelsior School Philadelphia serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Excelsior School Philadelphia?
Excelsior School Philadelphia has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excelsior School Philadelphia?
The student-teacher ratio at Excelsior School Philadelphia is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Excelsior School Philadelphia rank in PA?
Excelsior School Philadelphia ranks #727 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Excelsior School Philadelphia's MySchoolScout rating?
Excelsior School Philadelphia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Excelsior School Philadelphia a private school?
Yes, Excelsior School Philadelphia is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Excelsior School Philadelphia a religious school?
No, Excelsior School Philadelphia is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Gender Split
- 28% M / 72% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (267) 900-5494
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