Serving 1,242 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 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 14:1 is higher than 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (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 1,242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
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 0.24, 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
#2392 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
87%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School's ranking?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School is ranked #2392 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School?
1,242 students attend Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School?
Community Academy Of Philadelphia Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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 12/7/2021
I like this school. for my son, this is a good school.
5 7/1/2007
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.
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