Calvary Christian Academy

Calvary Christian Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
13500 Philmont Ave,  Philadelphia, PA
4.4
3.5
880 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Chris Spittal
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$7,100
Religious Affiliation
Christian

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
C+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
62
Full Time Teachers
55
Part Time Teachers
7
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
25
English
30
Reading
30
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Pass Rate
67%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
53%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
67.5%
Hispanic
11%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.3%
Black
8.1%
Two or more races
5.1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Temple University 63 Students
Penn State 48 Students
Drexel University 45 Students
Liberty University 35 Students
Cairn University 33 Students
University of Pennsylvania 30 Students
Messiah University 30 Students
University of Pittsburgh 20 Students
Thomas Jefferson University 20 Students
Arcadia University 19 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 27 Students
Biology 22 Students
Business 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Psychology 12 Students
Engineering 12 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 10 Students
Chemistry 8 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 8 Students
Early Childhood Education 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 90 Reviews
5.0 Parent
3/1/2023
Must definitely I would tell every parent about the school. I don't see any reason for change. Again it is an excellent school.
4.0 Senior
11/14/2022
I like Calvary because the teachers genuinely care about their students. they take the time to see you after class or after school and help answer additional questions.
3.0 Senior
4/17/2022
In elementary school, the small class sizes and individualized teaching was very beneficial but in high school, the excessive rules felt suffocating at times.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 29 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/12/2025
Our three children had a good academic and social experience at CCA!
5.0 student
2/11/2025
As a student I highly recommend CCA. They are kind and encouraging. I appreciate them showing and practicing Jesus in everything. Highly recommend!!
2.0 student
10/11/2023
Average. As a current student at CCA, I feel like its a good enough school, but lacks in many departments. There have been days where I've feared stepping into that building because the environment is so toxic. The administration favors students and it is painfully obvious. Special ED kids are treat...
4.0 student
5/10/2023
As a current student at CCA, I honestly love this school. This school helped me get closer to God A LOT. Teachers always try to connect with the students and they are very caring towards us. The dress code is very very strict though. As a person of color, I never felt excluded or left out with my cl...

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Calvary Christian Academy is a private Christian school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 13500 Philmont Ave in Philadelphia, PA. Annual tuition is $7,100. The school has a total enrollment of 880 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Calvary Christian Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $413,195. Discover additional schools in the area, like Buxmont Academy - Feasterville, Academy Of The New Church Boys School, Archbishop Ryan High School, and more. Learn more about what Philadelphia has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Calvary Christian Academy.

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