Serving 774 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Belmont 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Belmont Charter School's student population of 774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belmont 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 Belmont Charter School is 0.06, 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
#2363 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
97%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Charter School's ranking?
Belmont Charter School is ranked #2363 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Belmont Charter School often compared to?
Belmont Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inquiry Charter School, Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belmont Charter School?
The graduation rate of Belmont Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belmont Charter School?
774 students attend Belmont Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Belmont Charter School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belmont Charter School?
Belmont Charter School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belmont Charter School offer ?
Belmont Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Belmont Charter School part of?
Belmont Charter School is part of Belmont CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Belmont Charter School located?
Belmont Charter School is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2014
My boys have been coming to this school for about 7 years and I love thus school and so do my boys
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