At the Philly Free School, we provide students with the space to explore the world and themselves at their own pace, while experiencing community through participating in a self-governing direct democracy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is a sliding scale from $1,800-$14,800 for the year, with a discount available for siblings. Beyond this, we have scholarships and programs that assist families for whom the lower end of the scale is burdensome. Average tuition is just over $4,000 per student. We are committed to making the school accessible to those who wish to enroll, regardless of ability to pay.
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Philadelphia Free School?
The application deadline for Philadelphia Free School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Free School located?
Philadelphia Free School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other private schools located in University City.
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(Pentecostal)
1201 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
Philadelphia, PA 19143
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Greater Hope Christian Academy
(Christian)
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(215) 729-0374
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 729-0374
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 124 students Tuition listed
2101 S College Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
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Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 765-6660
Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 765-6660
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Gr: K-12 | 264 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Crusaders For Christ Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
1201 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
0.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 83 students
56th Street And Chester Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-1863
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-1863
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 170 students
The Islamic Education School -ties
(Islamic)
4431 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-5230
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-5230
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 60 students
4637 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 473-8589
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 473-8589
1.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 67 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Greater Hope Christian Academy
(Christian)
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(215) 729-0374
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(215) 729-0374
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(Christian)
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(215) 729-0374
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 729-0374
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 124 students Tuition listed
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Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 925-3963
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 925-3963
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Candace Wegner
(Assembly of God)
3501 N. 17th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 226-1000
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 226-1000
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 96 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Raymond Of Penafort School
(Catholic)
7940 Williams Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 558-1919
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 558-1919
9.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 251 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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Crusaders For Christ Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
1201 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
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St. Francis De Sales School
(Catholic)
917 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-1749
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-1749
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Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-7795
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-7795
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(215) 222-2566
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 222-2566
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Gr: K-12 | 56 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
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Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-7592
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-7592
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 50 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Crusaders For Christ Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
1201 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
0.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 83 students
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Special Education School
4400 Baltimore Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 222-2566
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 222-2566
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 56 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
4501 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 386-2244
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 386-2244
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2617 Washington Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 339-5007
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 339-5007
1.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 82 students
The Mill Creek School
Special Education School
111 N 49th St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(715) 471-4900
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(715) 471-4900
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Avg. class size: 7 students
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Miles
Quick Facts
Crusaders For Christ Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
1201 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-3014
0.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 83 students
St. Francis De Sales School
(Catholic)
917 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-1749
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-1749
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students Tuition listed
5447 Chester Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-7795
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-7795
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 34 students
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4400 Baltimore Ave
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(215) 222-2566
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 222-2566
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 56 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
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Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-7592
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-7592
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Miles
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(Catholic)
917 S 47th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-1749
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 387-1749
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students Tuition listed
5447 Chester Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-7795
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-7795
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 34 students
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Montessori School
5124 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 474-9025
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 474-9025
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 22 students Tuition listed
617 North 43rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 222-3626
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 222-3626
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 226 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
2917 Dickinson St
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 909-0345
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 909-0345
1.5 miles
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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(302) 323-2952
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Charter School
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(302) 324-8901
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 324-8901
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(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
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New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 323-2926
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 323-2926
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(302) 323-2800
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(302) 323-2800
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(302) 323-2760
New Castle, DE 19720
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