Serving 932 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Juniata Park 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juniata Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Juniata Park Academy's student population of 932 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juniata Park 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 Juniata Park Academy is 0.46, 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
#2215 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
72%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juniata Park Academy's ranking?
Juniata Park Academy is ranked #2215 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Juniata Park Academy often compared to?
Juniata Park Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkinson Francis School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Juniata Park Academy?
932 students attend Juniata Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Juniata Park Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juniata Park Academy?
Juniata Park Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Juniata Park Academy offer ?
Juniata Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Juniata Park Academy part of?
Juniata Park Academy is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Juniata Park Academy located?
Juniata Park Academy is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 3/21/2020
Beautiful busking, principal, dean, counselor and teachers are amazing. They are very supportive to children and families.
5 11/19/2018
The school is very clean and the staffs are always nice and welcoming. Since Kidergarten my kids have been going to Juniata and they love it.
5 6/23/2017
My kids have been going to juniata since kindergarten my daughter is in 6th grade the staff is great. My kids are happy. And there education..they do the best they can there. I'm very pleased with everything.. in this school.
5 11/15/2011
What I saw online, I think it is great.
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