Serving 780 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Independence Charter School 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 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independence Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Independence Charter School's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Charter School 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 Independence Charter School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1695 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
42%
14%
White
26%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Charter School's ranking?
Independence Charter School is ranked #1695 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Independence Charter School?
780 students attend Independence Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Independence Charter School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Charter School?
Independence Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Independence Charter School offer ?
Independence Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Independence Charter School part of?
Independence Charter School is part of Independence CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Independence Charter School located?
Independence Charter School is located in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
School Reviews
2 9/26/2007
academic programs are great, music is a bit too long and dance and movement teachers are very strict, the kids are too competetive and violent and i didn't feel welcomed. they have a PTA and a bit too much is pushed on the parents. 5th grade is extremely hard with my group of kids but this year it's good
5 5/1/2007
this is a good school and you should go to it.
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