Greene Street Friends School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 310 students
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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Greene Street Friends School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Friends

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Greene Street Friends School
Nursery	16
Pre-K	26
Kind	30
1	24
2	24
3	32
4	32
5	30
6	30
7	30
8	36

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild learning differences, including ADHD and autism spectrum

Year Founded

1855

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 11, 2027

Campus Size

3 acres

School Motto

We believe that each and every person has an Inner Light.

Student Body

Total Students

310 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

92%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

No dress code

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Friends Council on Education (FCE)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)
Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Tuition Notes

PS - $20,700; PK - 1st - $22,425; 2nd - 5th - $23,575; 6th - 8th - $24,450

% on Financial Aid

44%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$7,500

Acceptance Rate

40%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Leanne Clancy

Admissions Associate

Annie Boggess

Endowment Size

$4 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerSoftball

Volleyball

School Mascot

The Hawk

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Feminist ClubGSAFE

TORCHYearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ChorusDrama

Instrumental Music EnsembleMusical Theater

Quaker Notes

School Notes

For 175 years Greene Street Friends School has educated children according to the Quaker principles of honesty, respect for the individual, peace and simplicity.
While embracing these core values, the School has dared to be at the forefront of innovative educational practices.
That tradition of innovation continues today with an emphasis on hands-on learning, non-violent methods of conflict resolution, cultural understanding, community service, environmental education and the thoughtful incorporation of technology into the curriculum.
Strong fundamentals and ethical strength prepare our students for a rapidly changing world and enable them to progress with an enthusiasm for learning and for life.
Greene Street Friends School is an urban coeducational School under the care of Green Street Monthly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends.
We strive to provide high academic standards in a school community where all relationships are influenced and guided by the beliefs of the Society of Friends.
It is our hope that through their own experiences the children will discover and affirm themselves and others as they come to know and value differences in ability, language, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, family structure, or family income.
This deep respect for each individual springs from Friends' belief in "that of God" in everyone.

For 175years Greene Street Friends School has educated children according to the Quaker principles of honesty, respect for the individual, peace and simplicity. While embracing these core values, the School has dared to be at the forefront of innovative educational practices. That tradition of innovation continues today with an emphasis on hands-on learning, non-violent methods of conflict resolution, cultural understanding, community service, environmental education and the thoughtful incorporation of technology into the curriculum. Strong fundamentals and ethical strength prepare our students for a rapidly changing world and enable them to progress with an enthusiasm for learning and for life. Greene Street Friends School is an urban coeducational School under the care of Green Street Monthly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to provide high academic standards in a school community where all relationships are influenced and guided by the beliefs of the Society of Friends. It is our hope that through their own experiences the children will discover and affirm themselves and others as they come to know and value differences in ability, language, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, family structure, or family income. This deep respect for each individual springs from Friends' belief in "that of God" in everyone.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Holly Robinson-Peete - Actress
- Saul Perlmutter - Nobel Prize Winner
- Xzayvier Brown - Basketball Star
- Rob Hardy - Filmmaker

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Greene Street Friends School?

The acceptance rate of Greene Street Friends School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Greene Street Friends School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Greene Street Friends School?

Greene Street Friends School famous alumni include: Holly Robinson-Peete, Saul Perlmutter, Xzayvier Brown and Rob Hardy.

What sports does Greene Street Friends School offer?

Greene Street Friends School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Greene Street Friends School's ranking?

Greene Street Friends School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Greene Street Friends School?

The application deadline for Greene Street Friends School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Greene Street Friends School located?

Greene Street Friends School is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 16 other private schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 4/12/2024

Our child has thrived at Greene Street Friends School in his first 3 years. With small class sizes (each with two teachers and fewer than twenty students), he has been fortunate to receive individual attention. His teachers have been very experienced, capable, and proactive to recruiting additional support when needed (reading specialist, occupational therapist). It's a kind and caring community, where the teachers and administrators show the students respect and take them seriously. I appreciate the school's focus on social and emotional learning, Quaker values, and racial and social justice, and I believe these emphases support gentler social dynamics among the students. As a parent of a black and biracial child, it's important to me that I can trust that the teachers, staff, and administration are all genuinely anti-racist and I can see that they deliberately work to create a school committed to equity and justice.

- Posted by Parent - Lauren

5 4/12/2024

We've been at GSFS for several years, our child is thriving both academically and socially/emotionally. We're thrilled with the community, safety, care of the students, and overall "feeling" of the school. So glad to be here.

- Posted by Parent - Parent

5 10/7/2018

I attended Greene Street Friends and enjoyed the experience and educational opportunities,too. Students and teachers were my best friends.! I am currently a successful, confident professional, thanks to GSF.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Professional

5 5/23/2013

A Quaker school that teaches compassion, tolerance, and compassion along with strong academics and inventive arts programs. All the strengths and weaknesses of a small school.

- Posted by Parent - hwo19

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,062 for elementary schools and $19,019 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).