Serving 1,489 students in grades Kindergarten-12, New Foundations 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 1,489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Foundations Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Foundations Charter School's student population of 1,489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Foundations 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 New Foundations Charter School is 0.62, 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
#1685 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
17%
14%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Foundations Charter School's ranking?
New Foundations Charter School is ranked #1685 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are New Foundations Charter School often compared to?
New Foundations 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Foundations Charter School?
The graduation rate of New Foundations Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Foundations Charter School?
1,489 students attend New Foundations Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of New Foundations Charter School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Foundations Charter School?
New Foundations Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Foundations Charter School offer ?
New Foundations Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is New Foundations Charter School part of?
New Foundations Charter School is part of New Foundations CS School District.
In what neighborhood is New Foundations Charter School located?
New Foundations Charter School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
Amazing school!
5 11/28/2014
I have been attending New Foundations Charter School for over 8 years now and can honestly say this is one of the best schools to be at. The teachers want to see you achieve and do their best to help you in any way. Is the school strict? Yes. If your child is getting detentions and such then that is on them for not behaving. It is far from the teacher's fault. The school has a friendly environment and many opportunities for the students, this including academics and extracurricular.
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