Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Deep Roots 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deep Roots Charter School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Deep Roots 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 Deep Roots Charter School is 0.62, which is more 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
#2513 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
47%
16%
Black
39%
14%
White
6%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Roots Charter School's ranking?
Deep Roots Charter School is ranked #2513 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Deep Roots Charter School?
354 students attend Deep Roots Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Deep Roots Charter School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deep Roots Charter School?
Deep Roots Charter School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deep Roots Charter School offer ?
Deep Roots Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deep Roots Charter School part of?
Deep Roots Charter School is part of Deep Roots Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Roots Charter School located?
Deep Roots Charter School is located in the Harrowgate neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Harrowgate.
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