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William Penn Charter School, established in 1689 by William Penn, is the oldest Quaker School in the world. Penn Charter has combined a rich heritage of Quaker values with academic rigor and excellence. A college-preparatory day school educating boys and girls from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, the school is located on a 44-acre campus in the East Falls section of Philadelphia. Penn Charter's philosophy is centered on the Quaker belief that there is "that of God in every person." Respect for others and appreciation for the unique values of each individual are woven into the very fabric of the institution. We strive to be a richly diverse school community racially, religiously, economically, ethnically and socially. To that end, the school offers a need-based financial aid program. Beyond the fundamental goal of promoting academic achievement and intellectual distinction, Penn Charter offers abundant opportunities to discover and develop artistic and athletic abilities.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$30400
Enrollment
947
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
AP
14
Class Size
15

Matriculation

(2009-2013)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 7
#2 Harvard College 1
#3 Yale University 5
#4 Columbia University 2
#4 Stanford University 2
#4 University of Chicago 2
LAC #1 Williams College 2
#8 Duke University 6
#9 University of Pennsylvania 54
#10 Johns Hopkins University 7
#12 Dartmouth College 3
#12 Northwestern University 4
#14 Brown University 4
#15 Cornell University 4
#15 Vanderbilt University 6
LAC #3 Swarthmore College 1
#18 University of Notre Dame 1
LAC #4 Middlebury College 3
LAC #4 Pomona College 1
LAC #4 Wellesley College 1
#21 Emory University 3
#21 Georgetown University 2
#23 University of Southern California 2
#26 University of Virginia 3
#27 Tufts University 6
#30 Boston College 6
#32 New York University 10
#34 Brandeis University 1
#41 Boston University 6
#41 Tulane University 4
LAC #9 United States Naval Academy 4
#47 Lehigh University 12
#47 Northeastern University 3
#51 University of Miami 6
#57 George Washington University 14
LAC #12 Haverford College 4
#61 Syracuse University 8
#66 Fordham University 5
#66 University of Pittsburgh 11
LAC #14 Washington and Lee University 1
LAC #14 Wesleyan University 3
#72 American University 4
#75 Clark University 1
#75 University of Delaware 3
#86 Marquette University 1
#86 University of Denver 2
#89 University of Vermont 7
LAC #19 Grinnell College 1
#99 Drexel University 23
LAC #22 United States Military Academy 1
LAC #23 Oberlin College 5
LAC #25 Bryn Mawr College 2
LAC #25 Colorado College 1
LAC #25 Kenyon College 2
LAC #29 Barnard College 1
LAC #32 University of Richmond 7
LAC #35 Mount Holyoke College 1
LAC #37 Lafayette College 3
LAC #38 Skidmore College 3
LAC #40 Dickinson College 4
LAC #43 Occidental College 1
LAC #43 Trinity College 3
LAC #45 Bard College 2
LAC #47 Connecticut College 1
LAC #47 Gettysburg College 2
Auburn University 2
Franklin and Marshall College 7
Howard University 2
Indiana University--Bloomington 3
Miami University--Oxford 1
North Carolina State University--Raleigh 1
Ohio State University--Columbus 1
Pennsylvania State University--University Park 10
SUNY--Stony Brook 1
University of Colorado--Boulder 3
University of Maryland--College Park 4
University of Michigan--Ann Arbor 3
University of North Carolina--Chapel Hill 3
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2009-2013 Total
All schools 251
#1 Princeton University 7 7
#3 Stanford University 2 2
#3 Harvard College 1 1
#5 Yale University 5 5
#6 University of Pennsylvania 54 54
#7 Duke University 6 6
#9 Northwestern University 4 4
#9 Johns Hopkins University 7 7
#9 Brown University 4 4
#12 University of Chicago 2 2
#12 Cornell University 4 4
#12 Columbia University 2 2
#18 Dartmouth College 3 3
#18 Vanderbilt University 6 6
#20 University of Notre Dame 1 1
#22 Georgetown University 2 2
#24 Emory University 3 3
#24 University of Virginia 3 3
#28 University of Southern California 2 2
#35 New York University 10 10
#39 Boston College 6 6
#40 Tufts University 6 6
#43 Boston University 6 6
#47 Lehigh University 12 12
#53 Northeastern University 3 3
#60 Brandeis University 1 1
#67 Syracuse University 8 8
#67 George Washington University 14 14
#67 University of Pittsburgh 11 11
#67 University of Miami 6 6
#73 Tulane University 4 4
#76 University of Delaware 3 3
#86 Marquette University 1 1
#89 Fordham University 5 5
#98 Drexel University 23 23
#105 American University 4 4
#124 University of Denver 2 2
#133 University of Vermont 7 7
#142 Clark University 1 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2009-2013 Total
All schools 60
#1 Williams College 2 2
#3 United States Naval Academy 4 4
#4 Swarthmore College 1 1
#4 Wellesley College 1 1
#4 Pomona College 1 1
#11 Wesleyan University 3 3
#11 Middlebury College 3 3
#11 Grinnell College 1 1
#11 Barnard College 1 1
#21 Washington and Lee University 1 1
#21 Haverford College 4 4
#22 United States Military Academy 1 1
#23 Oberlin College 5 5
#25 University of Richmond 7 7
#30 Lafayette College 3 3
#30 Bryn Mawr College 2 2
#33 Colorado College 1 1
#34 Mount Holyoke College 1 1
#35 Occidental College 1 1
#38 Skidmore College 3 3
#39 Trinity College 3 3
#39 Kenyon College 2 2
#46 Connecticut College 1 1
#46 Dickinson College 4 4
#63 Gettysburg College 2 2
#72 Bard College 2 2

Academics

AP

(14)
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Latin
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
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Contact Info

http://www.penncharter.com
3000 W School House Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19144-0191
(215)844-3460
admissions@penncharter.com
Pennsylvania

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: Grades Prekindergarten-12
Urban
Religious Affiliation: Other

Application Info

Deadline: 01/11
Other Accepted Scores: SSAT,ISEE
School Code:
SSAT: 8218
ISEE: 393560
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Frequently Ask Questions about William Penn Charter School

Tell me a bit about William Penn Charter School.
William Penn Charter School is Co-ed private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. , and currently has about 947 students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.penncharter.com.
Does William Penn Charter School have rigorous academic requirements?
William Penn Charter School is offering 14 AP courses.

William Penn Charter School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do William Penn Charter School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2009-2013, some students attended Princeton University, Harvard College, Yale University, Columbia University and Stanford University.
What is the application requirement for William Penn Charter School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, William Penn Charter School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for William Penn Charter School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for William Penn Charter School in 2024 is $30,400 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@penncharter.com .
Where is William Penn Charter School located?
William Penn Charter School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Philadelphia, which is about 5 miles away from school. Most families can choose Philadelphia International Airport to travel in and out of school.
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Yes, here are few: Pennsylvania School For The Deaf, Greene Street Friends School and Germantown Friends School.

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Nearby City

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, holds a pivotal place in U.S. history. Once the nation's capital, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. With a population of 1,603,797 as of the 2020 census, Philadelphia is a hub for arts, culture, and education. The city is known for its rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene. It also plays a major role in life sciences, business, and industry, making it a key city in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Population (2022) 1,447,395
Cost of Living Higher than average 7%
Nearby Airport Philadelphia International Airport
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