Excellent
#6 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 1% of private schools
Holy Child Academy
Elementary School
475 SHADELAND AVE, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#6 of 873
In Drexel Hill
#1 of 5
public schools
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About Holy Child Academy
Holy Child Academy is a private elementary school in Drexel Hill, PA. Holy Child Academy serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Child Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, Holy Child 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, Holy Child Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Child 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 Holy Child Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Drexel Hill, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Child Academy (this school) | 9.0 |
| Garrettford El Sch | 4.5 |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr | 3.7 |
| Drexel Hill MS | 3.0 |
| Charles Kelly El Sch | 3.7 |
| Hillcrest El Sch | 4.0 |
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
475 SHADELAND AVE, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Child Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lansdowne), a more accessible option. Another option is ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Primos), a more accessible option. Additionally, HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Drexel Hill, see our Drexel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Garrettford El Sch Drexel Hill | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr Drexel Hill | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Drexel Hill MS Drexel Hill | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| MONSIGNOR BONNER & ARCHBISHOP PRENDERGAST HS Drexel Hill | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Charles Kelly El Sch Drexel Hill | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Ardmore Avenue El Sch Lansdowne | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Hillcrest El Sch Drexel Hill | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| 9107 LITTLE FRIENDS ACADEMY INC Upper Darby | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST MARK'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clifton Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL Lansdowne | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Penn Wood HS Lansdowne | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Beverly Hills MS Upper Darby | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Highland Park El Sch Upper Darby | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Westbrook Park El Sch Clifton Heights | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Springfield | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SS. CYRIL & PHILOMENA SCHOOL Lansdowne | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Primos | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,079
Median Home Value
$243,000
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
32,749
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mill Village El Sch Mill Village, PA | 9.0 |
| Spring City El Sch Spring City, PA | 8.9 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh, PA | 9.2 |
| ERIE DAY SCHOOL Erie, PA | 8.6 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 8.6 |
| Tinicum El Sch Pipersville, PA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Child Academy
What grades does Holy Child Academy serve?
Holy Child Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Child Academy?
Holy Child Academy has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Child Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Child 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 Holy Child Academy rank in PA?
Holy Child Academy ranks #6 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Holy Child Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Child Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Child Academy a private school?
Yes, Holy Child Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Holy Child Academy a religious school?
Holy Child Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 259-2712
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