The Academy for the Middle Years Northwest Middle School, formerly the William Levering School, is a historic middle school located in the neighborhood of Roxborough, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia.
Serving 134 students in grades 6-8, Amy Nw 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 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amy Nw ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Amy Nw's student population of 134 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1894
School Rankings
Amy Nw ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amy Nw is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1770 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
82%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amy Nw's ranking?
Amy Nw is ranked #1770 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Amy Nw often compared to?
Amy Nwis often viewed alongside schools like Conwell Russell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Amy Nw?
134 students attend Amy Nw.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Amy Nw students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amy Nw?
Amy Nw has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amy Nw offer ?
Amy Nw offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amy Nw part of?
Amy Nw is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Amy Nw located?
Amy Nw is located in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Roxborough.
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