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Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies

Elementary School

4637 LANCASTER AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Private

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#376 of 873

In Philadelphia

#47 of 95

public schools

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Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies

6.8/10

Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Blankenburg Rudolph Sch

3.7/10

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Global Leadership Academy Cs

2.0/10

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About Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies

Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.4 pts above PA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies 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 Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
59
This School
vs
576
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 91.5% vs 0%
Asian 5.1% vs 0%
White 1.7% vs 0%
Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies (this school) 6.8
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch 3.7
Global Leadership Academy CS 2.0
Inquiry CS 5.6
Discovery CS 2.9
Rhoads James Sch 4.3
Washington Martha Sch 4.9
Middle Years Alternative 3.9
Belmont CS 4.3
KIPP West Philadelphia CS 6.8
Locke Alain Sch 4.3
Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus 3.7
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS 4.2
Heston Edward Sch 2.3
McMichael Morton Sch 5.3
Lea Henry C Sch 7.1
Penn Alexander Sch 9.1
Barry Comm John Sch 5.1
Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey 5.7
Powel Samuel Sch 8.2
Science Leadership Academy MS 7.1

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

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)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,316
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 59
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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 91.5%
Asian 5.1%
White 1.7%
Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4637 LANCASTER AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP West Philadelphia CS (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Inquiry CS (rated 5.6/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Washington Martha Sch (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 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
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch Philadelphia 0.1 mi 3.7
Global Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia 0.1 mi 2.0
Inquiry CS Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.6
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West Philadelphia 0.3 mi 3.2
Discovery CS Philadelphia 0.4 mi 2.9
Rhoads James Sch Philadelphia 0.4 mi 4.3
Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 4.9
Parkway West Philadelphia 0.5 mi 4.6
Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia 0.5 mi 3.9
Locke Alain Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 4.3
KIPP DuBois CS Philadelphia 0.7 mi 5.3
KIPP West Philadelphia CS Philadelphia 0.7 mi 6.8
Belmont CS Philadelphia 0.6 mi 4.3
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 4.2
School of the Future Philadelphia 0.7 mi 3.7
West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia 0.9 mi 4.3
Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus Philadelphia 0.8 mi 3.7
WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia 1.0 mi 7.6
Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia 0.9 mi 2.3
The Workshop School Philadelphia 1.2 mi 7.0

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies

What grades does Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies serve?

Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies?

Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies?

The student-teacher ratio at Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies rank in PA?

Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies ranks #376 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies's MySchoolScout rating?

Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies a private school?

Yes, Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies a religious school?

Quba Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
67 Good Transit
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
59
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
188 days
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County

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