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#668 of 872 private schools in PA

Phila Yeshiva

High School

6063 DREXEL RD, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 297 schools in Philadelphia. Learn more

Enrollment

105

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Philadelphia

#77 of 95

public schools

Pennsylvania high schools

#106 of 120

About Phila Yeshiva

PHILA YESHIVA is a public high school located in Philadelphia, serving grades 9 through 12. With an enrollment of 105 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1, PHILA YESHIVA offers personalized attention to each student. The school has seven full-time equivalent teachers who work diligently to support their students.

While the school's MySchoolScout rating is currently 2.9 out of 10 and its academic score stands at 2.8 out of 10, it’s important to note that PHILA YESHIVA focuses on student development beyond just test scores. The school ranks 706th among Pennsylvania schools, indicating areas for improvement but also room for growth. PHILA YESHIVA is situated in a large city setting within Philadelphia, providing students with access to diverse cultural and educational resources.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 105 students, Phila Yeshiva is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Phila Yeshiva operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Phila Yeshiva compares to 91 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
105
This School
vs
791
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Phila Yeshiva Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Phila Yeshiva (this school) 5.6
The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber 8.1
Overbrook HS 7.1
Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus 5.6
KIPP DuBois CS 5.9
Sayre William L MS 7.0
Parkway West 6.8
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West 7.4
School of the Future 6.2
West Philadelphia HS 5.6
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS 4.0
Belmont CS 4.2
The Workshop School 6.7
Motivation HS 7.7
Robeson HS for Human Services 5.5
Strawberry Mansion HS 6.3
Mastery CS-Hardy Williams 4.7
Roxborough HS 6.1
Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School 7.1
Vaux HS: A Big Picture School 6.4
Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School 6.1

Showing 20 of 91 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

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)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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School Day Length 11 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,640
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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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)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 105
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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)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6063 DREXEL RD, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Phila Yeshiva may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KOHELET YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Merion Station), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Overbrook HS (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia 0.0 mi 5.5
HYMAN KORMAN HIGH SCHOOL-TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHI Philadelphia 0.0 mi 5.3
NEW LIFE ALTERNATIVES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.3 mi
Ad Prima CS Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.2
OVERBROOK PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia 0.3 mi
The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber Philadelphia 0.4 mi 8.1
Overbrook Elementary School Philadelphia 0.5 mi 6.5
Samuel Gompers Sch Philadelphia 0.6 mi 6.2
Overbrook HS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 7.1
TEMPLE ADATH ISRAELEARLYCHILDHOOD CENTER Merion Station 0.9 mi
KOHELET YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Merion Station 1.0 mi 7.7
Merion El Sch Merion Station 0.9 mi 9.5
FRIENDS CENTRAL SCHOOL Wynnewood 0.8 mi 7.7
Harambee Institute of Science and Technology CS Philadelphia 1.1 mi 6.9
Mastery CS - Mann Campus Philadephia 0.9 mi 3.6
Overbrook Edu Ctr Philadelphia 1.1 mi 5.5
ST KATHERINE SCHOOL Wynnewood 1.0 mi 8.7
SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 1.2 mi 5.5
THE MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER PHILA Bala Cynwyd 1.2 mi 7.0
CHILDRENS SCHOOL AT ST JOHNS Bala Cynwyd 1.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,057

Median Home Value

$163,900

Median Rent

$1,312/mo

Population

44,799

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.7%

Median Age

34.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Phila Yeshiva has a median household income of $46,057. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $163,900, with a median rent of $1,312/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia, PA 5.5
Evergreen Community CS Mountainhome, PA 5.7
TERRE HILL MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL Terre Hill, PA 5.7
West Forest JSHS Tionesta, PA 5.8
HYMAN KORMAN HIGH SCHOOL-TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHI Philadelphia, PA 5.3
YSC ACADEMY Wayne, PA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Phila Yeshiva

What grades does Phila Yeshiva serve?

Phila Yeshiva serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Phila Yeshiva?

Phila Yeshiva has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Phila Yeshiva?

The student-teacher ratio at Phila Yeshiva is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Phila Yeshiva rank in PA?

Phila Yeshiva is ranked #668 out of 872 private schools in PA.

What is Phila Yeshiva's MySchoolScout rating?

Phila Yeshiva has a composite rating of 5.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Phila Yeshiva a private school?

Yes, Phila Yeshiva is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Phila Yeshiva a religious school?

Phila Yeshiva has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,504/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Philadelphia). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
105
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
11 hours
Days Per Year
240 days
Setting
Large City
County
PHILADELPHIA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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