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Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten
Elementary School
9768 VERREE RD, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten
Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 8 students, Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten 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 8:1 students to teachers, Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten 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 Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten compares to 212 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten (this school) | — |
| Greenberg Joseph Sch | 7.9 |
| Frank Anne Sch | 6.6 |
| Loesche William H Sch | 6.8 |
| Philadelphia Academy CS | 6.8 |
| Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS | 6.8 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch | 4.0 |
| Comly Watson Sch | 6.5 |
| Tacony Academy CS | 5.2 |
| Fox Chase Sch | 5.4 |
| MaST Community CS III | 4.5 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch | 3.5 |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch | 3.4 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | 6.4 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch | 5.4 |
| Holme Thomas Sch | 5.1 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch | 3.4 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch | 5.2 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch | 3.6 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch | 5.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 9768 VERREE RD, Philadelphia, PA 19115
- Phone
- (215) 673-2323
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9768 VERREE RD, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenberg Joseph Sch (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away). Another option is BRYN ATHYN CHURCH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bryn Athyn). Additionally, ST ALBERT THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Huntingdon Valley). For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED LION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Baldi C C A MS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenberg Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MATERNITY BVM SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ST ALBERT THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Huntingdon Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Huntingdon Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Washington George HS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| POLITZ HEBREW ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Frank Anne Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ANN KIDS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Loesche William H Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Lower Moreland HS Huntingdon Valley | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Murray Avenue Sch Huntingdon Valley | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntingdon Valley | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BRYN ATHYN CHURCH SCHOOL Bryn Athyn | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Swenson Arts and Technology High School Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch Philadelphia | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ACADEMY OF THE NEW CHURCH BOYS SCHOOL Bryn Athyn | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| THE ACADEMY OF THE NEW CHURCH GIRLS' SCHOOL Bryn Athyn | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Philadelphia Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,388
Median Home Value
$330,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
34,737
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten
What grades does Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten serve?
Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten?
Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten?
The student-teacher ratio at Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten a private school?
Yes, Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten a religious school?
No, Shaare Shamayim Preschool and Kindergarten is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 8
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 673-2323
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