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#398 of 873 private schools in PA

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Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs

School

5436 BELMAR TER, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Private

Enrollment

54

Student-Teacher

3.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#398 of 873

In Philadelphia

#49 of 95

public schools

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Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs

6.7/10

School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs is a private school in Philadelphia, PA. Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.4 pts above PA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 54 students, Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs 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 Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs compares to 300 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.8:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
54
This School
vs
589
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs (this school) 6.7
Mastery CS-Hardy Williams 4.0
Independence CS West 5.2
Mitchell El Sch 3.0
Longstreth William C Sch 4.0
Comegys Benjamin B Sch 4.3
Harrington Avery D Sch 3.2
Mastery CS-Harrity Campus 4.8
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS 4.1
Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey 5.7
Richard Allen Preparatory CS 3.7
Motivation HS 5.5
The Workshop School 7.0
Lea Henry C Sch 7.1
Morton Thomas G Sch 4.9
Catharine Joseph Sch 3.0
Anderson Add B Sch 4.8
Hamilton Andrew Sch 2.5
Penn Alexander Sch 9.1
West Philadelphia HS 4.3
Bryant William C Sch 5.1

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

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 3.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 54
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5436 BELMAR TER, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAITH CONNECTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mastery CS-Hardy Williams (rated 4.0/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia 0.1 mi 4.0
Independence CS West Philadelphia 0.2 mi 5.2
Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia 0.3 mi 3.0
Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia 0.4 mi 4.0
PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.5 mi 5.3
Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 3.2
Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 4.3
FAITH CONNECTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.7 mi 5.6
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.7 mi 6.1
Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey Philadelphia 0.9 mi 5.7
Mastery CS-Harrity Campus Philadelphia 0.8 mi 4.8
Richard Allen Preparatory CS Philadelphia 0.9 mi 3.7
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia 0.9 mi 4.1
BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.0 mi 6.7
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 1.0 mi
The Workshop School Philadelphia 1.1 mi 7.0
Morton Thomas G Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 4.9
Lea Henry C Sch Philadelphia 1.1 mi 7.1
Motivation HS Philadelphia 1.0 mi 5.5
Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 2.5

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs

What grades does Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs serve?

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs?

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs rank in PA?

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs ranks #398 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs a private school?

Yes, Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs a religious school?

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
54
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County

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