Serving 2,472 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 63% 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-12
- Enrollment: 2,472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School's student population of 2,472 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philadelphia Performing Arts 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 Performing Arts Charter School is 0.74, 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
#984 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
29%
14%
White
37%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
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 is Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School's ranking?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is ranked #984 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School often compared to?
Philadelphia Performing Arts 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School?
2,472 students attend Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School offer ?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School part of?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is part of Philadelphia Performing Arts CS School District.
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