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#37 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 4% of private schools

Jubilee School

Elementary School

4211 CHESTER AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Private

Enrollment

53

Student-Teacher

3.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#37 of 873

In Philadelphia

#2 of 95

public schools

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Jubilee School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Penn Alexander Sch

9.1/10

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8.4/10

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About Jubilee School

Jubilee School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Jubilee School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jubilee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares2.0 pts above PA schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 53 students, Jubilee 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.

At 3.5:1 students to teachers, Jubilee School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Jubilee 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

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How Jubilee School compares to 240 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
53
This School
vs
574
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.4
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 69.8% vs 0%
White 13.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.5% vs 0%
Jubilee School Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Jubilee School (this school) 8.4
Penn Alexander Sch 9.1
Lea Henry C Sch 7.1
Comegys Benjamin B Sch 4.3
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS 4.2
Locke Alain Sch 4.3
Powel Samuel Sch 8.2
Science Leadership Academy MS 7.1
Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey 5.7
Mastery CS-Hardy Williams 4.0
Universal Alcorn CS 6.6
Mitchell El Sch 3.0
Harrington Avery D Sch 3.2
Middle Years Alternative 3.9
Washington Martha Sch 4.9
Independence CS West 5.2
Belmont CS 4.3
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS 4.1
McMichael Morton Sch 5.3
Longstreth William C Sch 4.0
Rhoads James Sch 4.3

Showing 20 of 240 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Enrollment 53
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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)

Black 69.8%
White 13.2%
Two or More 9.4%
Hispanic 7.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4211 CHESTER AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jubilee School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penn Alexander Sch (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Powel Samuel Sch (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 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
Penn Alexander Sch Philadelphia 0.3 mi 9.1
THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES Philadelphia 0.5 mi 8.4
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.4 mi 6.1
Robeson HS for Human Services Philadelphia 0.6 mi 6.4
WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia 0.6 mi 7.6
Lea Henry C Sch Philadelphia 0.6 mi 7.1
PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.3
Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 4.3
The Workshop School Philadelphia 0.7 mi 7.0
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 4.2
Locke Alain Sch Philadelphia 0.9 mi 4.3
West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia 0.9 mi 4.3
BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.9 mi 6.7
Powel Samuel Sch Philadelphia 1.0 mi 8.2
Science Leadership Academy MS Philadelphia 1.0 mi 7.1
Universal Alcorn CS Philadelphia 1.1 mi 6.6
Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 4.9
Parkway West Philadelphia 1.2 mi 4.6
Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia 1.2 mi 3.9
Universal Audenried CS Philadelphia 1.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,526

Median Home Value

$268,200

Median Rent

$1,329/mo

Population

54,454

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

17.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

36.9%

Median Age

23.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
East Forest El Sch Marienville, PA 8.4
PLYMOUTH MEETING FRIENDS SCHOOL Plymouth Meeting, PA 8.4
THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES Philadelphia, PA 8.4
RIVER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Upper Black Eddy, PA 8.2
AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre, PA 8.0
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Newtown, PA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jubilee School

What grades does Jubilee School serve?

Jubilee School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Jubilee School?

Jubilee School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jubilee School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jubilee School is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jubilee School rank in PA?

Jubilee School ranks #37 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Jubilee School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jubilee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jubilee School a private school?

Yes, Jubilee School 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 Jubilee School a religious school?

No, Jubilee School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
86 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
96 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
53
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County

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