Sanctuary Christian Academy (2026 Profile)

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Sanctuary Christian Academy

5923 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139

Tel: (215) 748-6510

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Sanctuary Christian Academy in Philadelphia, PA, serves 71 co–ed students from kindergarten through grade 6 in a city–based setting in West Philadelphia.

Founded in 1978, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 6 teachers.

The student body is 98% students of color, placing Sanctuary Christian Academy among the most diverse private elementary schools in Pennsylvania.

As a Christian–affiliated school, it is a member of other religious school associations, reflecting its faith–based educational orientation.

Sanctuary Christian Academy is an affordable option within the Philadelphia private school market, located near other K–6 and elementary Christian academies.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 71 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

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Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-6

Year Founded

1978

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

71 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for Sanctuary Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Sanctuary Christian Academy is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 10 other private schools located in West Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 71 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $12,904 for elementary schools and $18,927 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).