Serving 637 students in grades 6-12, Hill Freedman World Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hill Freedman World Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hill Freedman World Academy's student population of 637 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hill Freedman World Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hill Freedman World Academy is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1944 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
83%
14%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Freedman World Academy's ranking?
Hill Freedman World Academy is ranked #1944 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hill Freedman World Academy?
The graduation rate of Hill Freedman World Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hill Freedman World Academy?
637 students attend Hill Freedman World Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hill Freedman World Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hill Freedman World Academy?
Hill Freedman World Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hill Freedman World Academy offer ?
Hill Freedman World Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hill Freedman World Academy part of?
Hill Freedman World Academy is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Hill Freedman World Academy located?
Hill Freedman World Academy is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 6/9/2020
Great school with a ton of resources & activities including many sports & music programs. A bit of transition with Leeds merger a few years ago unfortunately but this small magnet school has strong community connections & grants so is thriving again and heading towards a 3rd national blue ribbon!! Also full-service cafeteria and food is way better than most public schools. My kid loves it! Misses her friends & teachers during covid and actually wants to go to school!
3 2/17/2020
OK school not as great as it seems.
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