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#379 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 43% of private schools
Nazareth Academy Grade School
Middle School
4701 GRANT AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#379 of 873
In Philadelphia
#48 of 95
public schools
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Nazareth Academy Grade School
Middle School in Philadelphia · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nazareth Academy Grade School
Nazareth Academy Grade School is a private middle school in Philadelphia, PA. Nazareth Academy Grade School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Nazareth Academy Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, Nazareth Academy Grade 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.
Nazareth Academy Grade 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 Nazareth Academy Grade School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nazareth Academy Grade School (this school) | 6.7 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch | 5.4 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch | 3.4 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch | 3.5 |
| Brown Joseph Sch | 3.6 |
| New Foundations CS | 5.0 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch | 5.5 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | 6.4 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch | 2.2 |
| Frank Anne Sch | 6.6 |
| Holme Thomas Sch | 5.1 |
| Philadelphia Academy CS | 6.8 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch | 4.0 |
| MaST Community CS III | 4.5 |
| Keystone Academy CS | 3.1 |
| Mayfair Sch | 3.6 |
| Disston Hamilton Sch | 2.3 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS | 6.8 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch | 3.6 |
| Baldi C C A MS | 5.6 |
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
4701 GRANT AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nazareth Academy Grade School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Riverside Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Riverside), a more accessible option. Additionally, Walnut Street School (rated 2.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Delanco), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALPHA HOUSE NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | — |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF CALVARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Walnut Street School Delanco | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Riverside Middle School Riverside | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverside High School Riverside | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Riverside Elementary School Riverside | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| FATHER JUDGE HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| M. Joan Pearson Elementary School Delanco | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Brown Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Cornwells El Sch Bensalem | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,076
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median Rent
$1,369/mo
Population
31,071
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nazareth Academy Grade School
What grades does Nazareth Academy Grade School serve?
Nazareth Academy Grade School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Nazareth Academy Grade School?
Nazareth Academy Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nazareth Academy Grade School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nazareth Academy Grade School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nazareth Academy Grade School rank in PA?
Nazareth Academy Grade School ranks #379 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Nazareth Academy Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nazareth Academy Grade School 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 Nazareth Academy Grade School a private school?
Yes, Nazareth Academy Grade School 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 Nazareth Academy Grade School a religious school?
Nazareth Academy Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 637-7777
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