Serving 447 students in grades 9-12, Parkway Center City Middle College ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway Center City Middle College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Parkway Center City Middle College's student population of 447 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkway Center City Middle College is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90-94%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
70%
14%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Parkway Center City Middle College often compared to?
Parkway Center City Middle Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Academy At Palumbo, Science Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkway Center City Middle College?
The graduation rate of Parkway Center City Middle College is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Parkway Center City Middle College?
447 students attend Parkway Center City Middle College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Parkway Center City Middle College students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Parkway Center City Middle College offer ?
Parkway Center City Middle College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parkway Center City Middle College part of?
Parkway Center City Middle College is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
I am a Freshman of PCC starting on September 7,2012.. This one of the best schools in Philadelphia.. They have cheerleading,track & field,basketball(girls & boys) and other.. This school help you too go to college.
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