Very Good
#179 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 20% of private schools
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle
School
8000 CHEROKEE ST, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Enrollment
1,050
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,050
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#179 of 873
In Philadelphia
#18 of 95
public schools
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Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle
School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
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About Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle is a private school in Philadelphia, PA. Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle serves approximately 1,050 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle 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 Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle compares to 300 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle (this school) | 7.5 |
| Saul W B Agricultural School | 5.5 |
| Houston Henry E Sch | 5.1 |
| John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences | 5.0 |
| Henry Charles W Sch | 7.6 |
| Shawmont Sch | 5.6 |
| Green Woods CS | 5.6 |
| Roxborough HS | 4.0 |
| Emlen Eleanor C Sch | 5.4 |
| Lingelbach Anna L Sch | 4.6 |
| Lankenau HS | 6.5 |
| AMY NW | 4.1 |
| Dobson James Sch | 6.7 |
| Hill Freedman World Academy | 6.6 |
| Roosevelt Theodore MS | 5.8 |
| Day Anna B Sch | 2.8 |
| Franklin S Edmonds Sch | 2.8 |
| McCloskey John F Sch | 3.4 |
| Parkway Northwest | 4.5 |
| Mastery CS-Pickett Campus | 3.4 |
| Cook-Wissahickon Sch | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 300 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
8000 CHEROKEE ST, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle may also want to explore other schools in the area. PHIL-MONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Erdenheim), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,667
Median Home Value
$688,000
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
10,231
College Educated
76.3%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
47.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GERMANTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.6 |
| SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| FRIENDS CENTRAL SCHOOL Wynnewood, PA | 7.7 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY Pittsburgh, PA | 7.7 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem, PA | 7.3 |
| DELAWARE COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newtown Square, PA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle
What grades does Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle serve?
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle?
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,050 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle rank in PA?
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle ranks #179 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle a private school?
Yes, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle 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 Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle a religious school?
No, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-middle is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,050
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 120
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 261-6965
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