Below Average
#773 of 873 private schools in PA
First Century Gospel School
School
6807 RISING SUN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#773 of 873
In Philadelphia
#94 of 95
public schools
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About First Century Gospel School
First Century Gospel School is a private school in Philadelphia, PA. First Century Gospel School serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. First Century Gospel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, First Century Gospel School 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.
First Century Gospel 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 First Century Gospel School compares to 299 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Century Gospel School (this school) | 4.3 |
| MaST Community CS II | 3.0 |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch | 3.4 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch | 5.2 |
| Northeast HS | 6.0 |
| Castor Gardens MS | 3.3 |
| Carnell Laura H Sch | 3.6 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch | 4.6 |
| Fels Samuel HS | 4.2 |
| Fox Chase Sch | 5.4 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch | 3.7 |
| Tacony Academy CS | 5.2 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch | 3.6 |
| Universal Creighton CS | 7.3 |
| Finletter Thomas K Sch | 5.0 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS | 5.8 |
| Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS | 5.3 |
| Ziegler William H Sch | 3.7 |
| Washington Grover Jr Sch | 4.2 |
| The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 299 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
6807 RISING SUN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Century Gospel School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CEDAR GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MaST Community CS II (rated 3.0/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL Cheltenham | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CEDAR GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MaST Community CS II Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Carnell Laura H Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Fels Samuel HS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Cheltenham El Sch Cheltenham | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Northeast HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SHINING STAR LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Castor Gardens MS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Fox Chase Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| CREATIVE BEGINNINGS Rockledge | 1.7 mi | — |
| Universal Creighton CS Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Elkins Park Sch Elkins Park | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,441
Median Home Value
$244,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
65,821
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| GROVE CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grove City, PA | 4.2 |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona, PA | 4.7 |
| NEW STORY Mountville, PA | 3.8 |
| MARANATHA MENNONITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsontown, PA | 5.3 |
| GROVE CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grove City, PA | 5.4 |
| Pittsburgh Conroy Pittsburgh, PA | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Century Gospel School
What grades does First Century Gospel School serve?
First Century Gospel School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend First Century Gospel School?
First Century Gospel School has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Century Gospel School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Century Gospel School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Century Gospel School rank in PA?
First Century Gospel School ranks #773 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is First Century Gospel School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Century Gospel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Century Gospel School a private school?
Yes, First Century Gospel School 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 First Century Gospel School a religious school?
First Century Gospel School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 742-6615
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