Strong Minds. Loving Hearts.
IMS is a nonprofit network of 14 independent Catholic schools serving 4,000 students in grades Pre-K to 8 from families of all faiths in and near Philadelphia.
With a rigorous curriculum and high expectations, our schools challenge students to develop strong minds.
Guided by our Catholic values, we nurture the development of moral character, respectful behavior, and loving hearts.
With support from generous donors, IMS provides financial aid to every family, making our schools affordable for all.
Last year, 81% of graduates enrolled at an Archdiocesan Catholic high school, an Independent Catholic or Non-Catholic School, or a PHL Special Admit/Magnet school.
Watch our video to learn what makes IMS schools so effective.
IMS sends graduates to
high-performing high schools
IMS has implemented
data-driven instruction
at all schools
IMS has spent
over $8M
to improve school facilities
IMS has adopted
research-based
math and ELA curriculums
IMS has raised
over $87M
to subsidize tuition for families
The Future is Bright
IMS Class of 2023 High School Selections
Archdiocesan Schools
Catholic Independent Schools
PHL/DE Charter Schools
District Schools in PHL/DE/NJ
PHL Special Admit/Magnet Schools
Non-Catholic Independent Schools
PHL/PA/DE/NJ Cyber-Home Schools
News from Our Network
Reimagining Our Schools: The Campaign for IMS 2026
At Independence Mission Schools (IMS), we believe in the boundless potential of every child. Today, we are excited to announce Reimagining Our Schools: The Campaign for IMS 2026. With a bold $50...
IMS School Leaders and Staff Earn $110,000 Through the Connelly Foundation’s Leader Impact Grant Program
Funds to fuel school-specific initiatives and professional development for in-network assistant principal candidates The Connelly Foundation has awarded a combined $110,000 in grant money to...
Thank you FXI!
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Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2024 IMS Summit
“The thing that makes my IMS school so special for my family is that everyone – from the principal to the teachers and staff – truly cares about each and every student.
They stop at nothing to make sure your child succeeds.”