Thankful Learning Center, Inc. is a nonsectarian alternative school located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood, serving 49 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 6th grade.
Founded in 1989, the school operates in a large city setting with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 16:1 supported by 3 teachers.
The student body is predominantly students of color, representing approximately 94% of enrollment, reflecting high diversity among Philadelphia private schools.
The school provides co鈥揺ducational programming tailored to early childhood and elementary grade levels in an urban community environment., Inc.
ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for diversity based on its student demographics.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Thankful Learning Center, Inc. ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1989
Student Body
Total Students
49 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
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 Thankful Learning Center, Inc.?
The application deadline for Thankful Learning Center, Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Thankful Learning Center, Inc. located?
Thankful Learning Center, Inc. is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.
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