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.
The Independence Mission Schools Difference
Our graduates go on to attend some of the top high schools in the region — often on generous merit-based scholarships
Data-driven instruction fuels academic excellence and development.
Over $8,000,000 spent to upgrade and maintain school facilities.
Research-based Math and Engligh Language Arts cirriculums
Nearly $90,000,000 raised to reduce tuition for families across all 14 schools.
The Future is Bright
IMS Class of 2024 High School Selections
Archdiocesan Schools
Catholic Independent Schools
PHL/DE/NJ Charter Schools
District Schools in PHL/DE/NJ
PHL Special Admit / Magnet Schools
Non-Catholic Independent Schools
Boarding Schools
PHL/PA/DE/NJ Cyber-Home Schools
News from Our Network
Scenes from the 2025 Rose Petal Gala
The 2025 Rose Petal Gala benefitting St. Rose of Lima Catholic School was a tremendous success! Thank you to all who joined in the celebration, including our sponsors Burns’ Family Neighborhood...
Doris and Jack McHugh Hall Dedicated at Ss. Cyril & Philomena Catholic School
Decades ago, Doris and Jack McHugh put five of their six children through St. Philomena Catholic School. Doris, herself, volunteered in the school library for over 20 years, forming a deep...
IMS’s Beyond the Bell After School Program Launches Behind $1.8M Gift from Ann Marie and Terry Horner
Beyond the Bell, Independence Mission Schools’ after school enrichment and care program, officially launched this month at a joyous ribbon-cutting ceremony at St. Rose of Lima Catholic School in...
Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2025 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.”