Jewish Children's Folkshul in Philadelphia, PA, is a co鈥揺d alternative school serving grades K through 12 in a city鈥揵ased setting within the Chestnut Hill neighborhood.
The school enrolls 82 students across all grades with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 82:1.
Jewish Children's Folkshul is nonsectarian and reflects a diverse student body with 100% students of color.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for diversity.
Located in a large city environment, the school provides an alternative program option within Philadelphia's private school landscape.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Jewish Children's Folkshul ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Jewish Children's Folkshul?
The application deadline for Jewish Children's Folkshul is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Jewish Children's Folkshul located?
Jewish Children's Folkshul is located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other private schools located in Chestnut Hill.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Jewish Children's Folkshul is Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (0.3 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
500 W Willow Grove Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 247-7007
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,224 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Jesus I.S. The Way Christian Academy
(Christian)
6753 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(267) 970-9779
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(267) 970-9779
1.1 miles
Gr: K-7 | 7 students
Revival Hill Christian High School
(Christian)
322 W Mt Pleasant Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-9088
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 753-9088
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students
Andorra KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
701 Cathedral Road
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(833) 905-3276
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(833) 905-3276
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
8836 Crefeld Street
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 242-5545
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 242-5545
1.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 89 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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