Very Good
#305 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 35% of private schools
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila
High School
314 LEVERING MILL RD, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#305 of 873
In Bala Cynwyd
#2 of 3
public schools
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The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila
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About The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila is a private high school in Bala Cynwyd, PA. The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #305 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila 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 3:1 students to teachers, The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila 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 The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila compares to the 3 public schools in Bala Cynwyd, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bala Cynwyd
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila (this school) | 7.0 |
| Cynwyd Sch | 9.2 |
| Bala-Cynwyd MS | 9.0 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch | 9.4 |
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.
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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
314 LEVERING MILL RD, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KOHELET YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Merion Station), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, I S KOSLOFF TORAH ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bala Cynwyd, see our Bala Cynwyd schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,781
Median Home Value
$616,000
Median Rent
$1,791/mo
Population
10,439
College Educated
72.5%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
42.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila
What grades does The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila serve?
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila?
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila?
The student-teacher ratio at The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila rank in PA?
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila ranks #305 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila's MySchoolScout rating?
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila a private school?
Yes, The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila 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 The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila a religious school?
The Mesivta High School of Greater Phila has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 202 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (610) 617-9200
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