Greater Hope Christian Academy is committed to educational excellence and spiritual development dedicated to developing each student a love of learning and a compassion for participation in the world.
The mission of GHCA is to help the student develop his/her intellectual, physical, and creative capabilities to the highest possible level and to assist with the growth in each students emotional and social skills.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Greater Hope Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
124 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Hunter green shirts and Khaki beige pants
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$7,000 yearly
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Greater Hope Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Greater Hope Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Greater Hope Christian Academy located?
Greater Hope Christian Academy is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other private schools located in Elmwood Park.
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The nearest high school to Greater Hope Christian Academy is Crooked Places Made Straight Christian Academy (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Mount Sinai Christian Academy (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Education I.S. The Key Learning Center (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2101 S College Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
5.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 319 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Blessed Virgin Mary School
(Catholic)
47 Macdade Blvd
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 586-0638
Darby, PA 19023
(610) 586-0638
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 184 students
The Mill Creek School
Special Education School
111 N 49th St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(715) 471-4900
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(715) 471-4900
3.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Avg. class size: 7 students
910 N. 6th Street (Multiple Campus Locations)
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 731-1930
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 731-1930
6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 546 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mount Sinai Christian Academy
(Church of God in Christ)
7274 Woodland Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 937-0417
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 937-0417
0.2 miles
Gr: K-3 | 33 students
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