Very Good
#307 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 35% of private schools
Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia
School
135 RECTOR ST, Philadelphia, PA 19127
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#307 of 873
In Philadelphia
#37 of 95
public schools
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Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia
School in Philadelphia · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia
Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia is a private school in Philadelphia, PA. Y.a.l.e.
School of Philadelphia serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia 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 Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia compares to 300 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia (this school) | 7.0 |
| Cook-Wissahickon Sch | 5.2 |
| Dobson James Sch | 6.7 |
| Roxborough HS | 4.0 |
| Green Woods CS | 5.6 |
| Saul W B Agricultural School | 5.5 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch | 6.9 |
| Lingelbach Anna L Sch | 4.6 |
| Henry Charles W Sch | 7.6 |
| Shawmont Sch | 5.6 |
| Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS | 7.0 |
| Mastery CS-Pickett Campus | 3.4 |
| Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School | 6.5 |
| Samuel Gompers Sch | 5.0 |
| Kelly John B Sch | 3.9 |
| Wissahickon CS | 3.3 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch | 5.4 |
| Houston Henry E Sch | 5.1 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch | 4.6 |
| Fitler Academics Plus | 3.2 |
| Mastery CS John Wister Elementary | 6.3 |
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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.
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
135 RECTOR ST, Philadelphia, PA 19127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia may also want to explore other schools in the area. Belmont Hills El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bala Cynwyd), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cynwyd Sch (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bala Cynwyd), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bala-Cynwyd MS (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bala Cynwyd), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROXBOROUGH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Dobson James Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Roxborough HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Cook-Wissahickon Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch Bala Cynwyd | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| BALA CYNWYD SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Bala Cynwyd | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Green Woods CS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| THE BALA HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bala Cynwyd | 1.6 mi | — |
| Saul W B Agricultural School Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| I S KOSLOFF TORAH ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Bala Cynwyd | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Cynwyd Sch Bala Cynwyd | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Bala-Cynwyd MS Bala Cynwyd | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| CHILDRENS SCHOOL AT ST JOHNS Bala Cynwyd | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER PHILA Bala Cynwyd | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Henry Charles W Sch Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| KOHELET YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Merion Station | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| TEMPLE ADATH ISRAELEARLYCHILDHOOD CENTER Merion Station | 2.0 mi | — |
| Lingelbach Anna L Sch Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Shawmont Sch Philadelphia | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,792
Median Home Value
$298,900
Median Rent
$1,765/mo
Population
5,797
College Educated
76.5%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
30
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia
What grades does Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia serve?
Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia?
Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia?
The student-teacher ratio at Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia rank in PA?
Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia ranks #307 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia's MySchoolScout rating?
Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia 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 Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia a private school?
Yes, Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia 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 Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia a religious school?
No, Y.a.l.e. School of Philadelphia is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 86% M / 14% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 839-0525
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