Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy

2000 Catharine St
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy's student population of 309 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy 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 Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1870 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
36%
45-49%
55%
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
41%
14%
White
42%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy's ranking?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is ranked #1870 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy often compared to?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton Edwin M School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy?
309 students attend Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy offer ?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy part of?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy located?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is located in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Graduate Hospital.

School Reviews

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3   6/16/2020
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5   6/15/2020
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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