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Y.a.l.e. School Of Philadelphia

135 Rector St
Philadelphia, PA 19127
Y.a.l.e. School Of Philadelphia is a nonsectarian special education school located in Northwest Philadelphia serving grades 1–12 in a large city community setting.
The school enrolls 63 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 12 teachers.
Founded in 2014, Y.a.l.e. School emphasizes diversity with approximately 67% of its student body representing students of color.
This Philadelphia special education school offers small class sizes conducive to individualized instruction across elementary through high school levels.
Y.a.l.e. School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for student diversity, reflecting its inclusive enrollment.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 63 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Y.a.l.e. School Of Philadelphia ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
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 Y.a.l.e. School Of Philadelphia?
The application deadline for Y.a.l.e. School Of Philadelphia is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Y.a.l.e. School Of Philadelphia located?
Y.a.l.e. School Of Philadelphia is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 16 other private schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 63 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 $12,527 for elementary schools and $18,472 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).

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