Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy is a co鈥揺d Christian school in Northwest Philadelphia offering kindergarten through 7th grade programs in a city鈥揵ased setting.
The school has an enrollment of 7 students and employs 2 teachers, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 4:1.
The student body at this Philadelphia private school comprises 100% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for diversity..S.
The Way Christian Academy serves families seeking an elementary and middle school education within a large city community context.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Student Body
Total Students
7 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy located?
Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 16 other private schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy is Revival Hill Christian High School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Holy Cross Catholic School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is G C A Daycare & Learning Center (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Cross Catholic School ![Holy Cross Catholic School Photo]( "Holy Cross Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
144 E Mount Airy Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-0414
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-0414
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 187 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia
Montessori School (Islamic)
222 E Durham St
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 248-0896
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 248-0896
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 13 students
G C A Daycare & Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis (Brethren)
610 E Mount Pleasant Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-6030
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-6030
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-2 | 14 students
Revival Hill Christian High School
(Christian)
322 W Mt Pleasant Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-9088
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-9088
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Revival Hill Christian High School
(Christian)
322 W Mt Pleasant Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-9088
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-9088
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students
500 W Willow Grove Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,224 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Jewish Children's Folkshul
Alternative School
8000 Cherokee St
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 248-1550
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 248-1550
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
8836 Crefeld Street
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 242-5545
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 242-5545
1.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 89 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Green Tree School & Services
Special Education School
1196 East Washington Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 866-0200
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 866-0200
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 104 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Cross Catholic School ![Holy Cross Catholic School Photo]( "Holy Cross Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
144 E Mount Airy Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-0414
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-0414
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 187 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Islamic Day School Of Philadelphia
Montessori School (Islamic)
222 E Durham St
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 248-0896
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 248-0896
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 13 students
G C A Daycare & Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis (Brethren)
610 E Mount Pleasant Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-6030
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-6030
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-2 | 14 students
500 W Willow Grove Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,224 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Jewish Children's Folkshul
Alternative School
8000 Cherokee St
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 248-1550
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 248-1550
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
G C A Daycare & Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis (Brethren)
610 E Mount Pleasant Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-6030
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 242-6030
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-2 | 14 students
500 W Willow Grove Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,224 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Mother Of Consolation Parish School
(Catholic)
17 E Chestnut Hill Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-1060
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-1060
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 226 students
B.c.a. And Childcare Center Inc.
(Christian)
220 W Upsal St
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 438-6557
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 438-6557
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 92 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
412 Foulk Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7190
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7190
9310.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 466 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Special Education School
2523 Berwyn Road
Wilmington, DE 19810
(302) 479-1617
Wilmington, DE 19810
(302) 479-1617
9310.3 miles
Gr: PK | 317 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2220 Shipley Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1621
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1621
9310.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 776 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
(Math: 26% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Foulk Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1600
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 479-1600
9310.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 897 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 Crest Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7165
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 762-7165
9310.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
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