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#671 of 873 private schools in PA
Faith Connection Christian Academy
School
5541 BALTIMORE AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#671 of 873
In Philadelphia
#78 of 95
public schools
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Faith Connection Christian Academy
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About Faith Connection Christian Academy
Faith Connection Christian Academy is a private school in Philadelphia, PA. Faith Connection Christian Academy serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Connection Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #671 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Faith Connection Christian 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.
Faith Connection Christian 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 Faith Connection Christian Academy compares to 300 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Connection Christian Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| Mastery CS-Harrity Campus | 4.8 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch | 3.2 |
| Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS | 4.1 |
| Motivation HS | 5.5 |
| Longstreth William C Sch | 4.0 |
| Hamilton Andrew Sch | 2.5 |
| Anderson Add B Sch | 4.8 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams | 4.0 |
| Bryant William C Sch | 5.1 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey | 5.7 |
| Sayre William L MS | 5.0 |
| Independence CS West | 5.2 |
| Mitchell El Sch | 3.0 |
| The Workshop School | 7.0 |
| Comegys Benjamin B Sch | 4.3 |
| Lea Henry C Sch | 7.1 |
| West Philadelphia HS | 4.3 |
| Barry Comm John Sch | 5.1 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS | 4.2 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch | 3.0 |
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.
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
5541 BALTIMORE AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faith Connection Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. 63RD ST MULTICULTURAL ACAD OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mastery CS-Harrity Campus Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Motivation HS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Bryant William C Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Anderson Add B Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Sayre William L MS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Independence CS West Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| 63RD ST MULTICULTURAL ACAD OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| KIDS WORLD CHRISTIAN EDU CENTER Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | — |
| PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Barry Comm John Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| PEE WEE PREP Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,964
Median Home Value
$152,000
Median Rent
$1,235/mo
Population
62,503
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANCHOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shippensburg, PA | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy Pittsburgh, PA | 5.5 |
| SHADY GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Greencastle, PA | 5.5 |
| MIFFLIN COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mc Clure, PA | 5.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF ARMSTRONG COUNTY Kittanning, PA | 5.4 |
| FAITH BUILDERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Guys Mills, PA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faith Connection Christian Academy
What grades does Faith Connection Christian Academy serve?
Faith Connection Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Faith Connection Christian Academy?
Faith Connection Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Connection Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Faith Connection Christian Academy is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Faith Connection Christian Academy rank in PA?
Faith Connection Christian Academy ranks #671 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Faith Connection Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Faith Connection Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Faith Connection Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Faith Connection Christian Academy 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 Faith Connection Christian Academy a religious school?
Faith Connection Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (267) 592-0974
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