Serving 1,165 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Philadelphia Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philadelphia Charter School's student population of 1,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philadelphia Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philadelphia Charter School is 0.50, 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
#1021 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Charter School's ranking?
Philadelphia Charter School is ranked #1021 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Charter School often compared to?
Philadelphia Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mast Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Charter School?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Charter School?
1,165 students attend Philadelphia Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Philadelphia Charter School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Charter School?
Philadelphia Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Charter School offer ?
Philadelphia Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Philadelphia Charter School part of?
Philadelphia Charter School is part of Philadelphia Academy CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Charter School located?
Philadelphia Charter School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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