Serving 1,237 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Community Academy Of Philadelphia 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School's student population of 1,237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Motto
Only the educated are free.
School Rankings
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School 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 Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2411 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School's ranking?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School is ranked #2411 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School often compared to?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School, Robeson High School For Human Services by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School?
The graduation rate of Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School?
1,237 students attend Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School offer ?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School part of?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School is part of Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School located?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have been going to Community Academy since my eigth grade year and am now finishing up my junior year. It has been the best school that i have attended and I have been to a few. The teachers here are always willing to help us if we have any problems with anything. They have excellent extracurricular activities which i am a member in a few. They have so many good ones that I do not know which one ones to join since there is only five days a week.
5 10/10/2025
I like this school. for my son, this is a good school.
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