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Anthony Wayne Academy

5538 B Wayne Ave Philadelphia, PA 19144

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 124 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Anthony Wayne Academy is a co–ed, nonsectarian alternative school located in Northwest Philadelphia, serving grades 6 through 12 in a large city community.
  • The school enrolls 124 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by 9 teachers.
  • Approximately 48% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within this Philadelphia private school.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 124 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
124 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Anthony Wayne Academy?
The application deadline for Anthony Wayne Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Anthony Wayne Academy located?
Anthony Wayne Academy is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 16 other private schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $12,234 for elementary schools and $18,734 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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