Below Average
#771 of 873 private schools in PA
Philadelphia Christian Center Academy
Elementary School
2990 STATE ROAD, Bensalem, PA 19020
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#771 of 873
In Bensalem
#3 of 3
public schools
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Philadelphia Christian Center Academy
Elementary School in Bensalem · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Philadelphia Christian Center Academy
Philadelphia Christian Center Academy is a private elementary school in Bensalem, PA. Philadelphia Christian Center Academy serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Philadelphia Christian Center Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #771 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Philadelphia Christian Center 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.
Philadelphia Christian Center 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 Philadelphia Christian Center Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Bensalem, PA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia Christian Center Academy (this school) | 4.4 |
| Samuel K Faust El Sch | 4.5 |
| Cecelia Snyder MS | 4.1 |
| Benjamin Rush El Sch | 4.2 |
| Robert K Shafer MS | 4.5 |
| Cornwells El Sch | 4.5 |
| Russell C Struble El Sch | 6.3 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch | 5.1 |
| School Lane CS | 7.3 |
| Valley El Sch | 3.9 |
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
2990 STATE ROAD, Bensalem, PA 19020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philadelphia Christian Center Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST EPHREM SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bensalem, see our Bensalem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel K Faust El Sch Bensalem | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Cecelia Snyder MS Bensalem | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Robert K Shafer MS Bensalem | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Bensalem Twp HS Bensalem | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Cornwells El Sch Bensalem | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST EPHREM SCHOOL Bensalem | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch Bensalem | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| MaST Community CS III Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush Philadelphia | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| NESHAMINY VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Trevose | 2.4 mi | — |
| Russell C Struble El Sch Bensalem | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF CALVARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,158
Median Home Value
$344,400
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
57,079
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philadelphia Christian Center Academy
What grades does Philadelphia Christian Center Academy serve?
Philadelphia Christian Center Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Philadelphia Christian Center Academy?
Philadelphia Christian Center Academy has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Christian Center Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Christian Center Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Philadelphia Christian Center Academy rank in PA?
Philadelphia Christian Center Academy ranks #771 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Philadelphia Christian Center Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Philadelphia Christian Center Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Philadelphia Christian Center Academy a private school?
Yes, Philadelphia Christian Center Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Philadelphia Christian Center Academy a religious school?
Philadelphia Christian Center Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bucks County
- Phone
- (215) 639-7000
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