Excellent
#83 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 9% of private schools
Holmesburg Christian Academy
Elementary School
7927 FRANKFORD AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#83 of 873
In Philadelphia
#9 of 95
public schools
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Holmesburg Christian Academy
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holmesburg Christian Academy
Holmesburg Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Holmesburg Christian Academy serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Holmesburg Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, Holmesburg 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Holmesburg Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holmesburg 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 Holmesburg Christian Academy compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holmesburg Christian Academy (this school) | 8.0 |
| Brown Joseph Sch | 3.6 |
| New Foundations CS | 5.0 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch | 2.2 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | 6.4 |
| Holme Thomas Sch | 5.1 |
| Keystone Academy CS | 3.1 |
| Mayfair Sch | 3.6 |
| Disston Hamilton Sch | 2.3 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch | 3.5 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch | 3.6 |
| Allen Ethan Sch | 3.7 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| Lawton Henry W Sch | 4.2 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch | 4.0 |
| Castor Gardens MS | 3.3 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch | 3.7 |
| Ziegler William H Sch | 3.7 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch | 5.2 |
| Sullivan James J Sch | 3.4 |
| Tacony Academy CS | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 243 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
7927 FRANKFORD AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holmesburg Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverton School District (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Riverton), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST DOMINIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| New Foundations CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FATHER JUDGE HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln HS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Holme Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Keystone Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Disston Hamilton Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| Mayfair Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Riverton School District Riverton | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ORCHARD FRIENDS SCHOOL Riverton | 2.3 mi | — |
| Rhawnhurst Sch Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Allen Ethan Sch Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,499
Median Home Value
$215,000
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
35,898
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
36.9
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| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda, PA | 8.0 |
| SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL Middletown, PA | 8.0 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr, PA | 8.0 |
| ST PETERS SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 8.0 |
| STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL State College, PA | 8.0 |
| Harmony Area El Sch Westover, PA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holmesburg Christian Academy
What grades does Holmesburg Christian Academy serve?
Holmesburg Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holmesburg Christian Academy?
Holmesburg Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holmesburg Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Holmesburg Christian Academy is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holmesburg Christian Academy rank in PA?
Holmesburg Christian Academy ranks #83 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Holmesburg Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Holmesburg Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holmesburg Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Holmesburg Christian 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 Holmesburg Christian Academy a religious school?
Holmesburg Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 335-4323
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