Serving 346 students in grades 5-8, Science Leadership Middleschool 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science Leadership Middleschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Science Leadership Middleschool's student population of 346 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Science Leadership Middleschool 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 Science Leadership Middleschool is 0.55, 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
#2266 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
64%
14%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science Leadership Middleschool's ranking?
Science Leadership Middleschool is ranked #2266 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Science Leadership Middleschool?
346 students attend Science Leadership Middleschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Science Leadership Middleschool students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Leadership Middleschool?
Science Leadership Middleschool has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Science Leadership Middleschool offer ?
Science Leadership Middleschool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Science Leadership Middleschool part of?
Science Leadership Middleschool is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Science Leadership Middleschool located?
Science Leadership Middleschool is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
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