Serving 379 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep Roots Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Deep Roots Charter School's student population of 379 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deep Roots 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 Deep Roots Charter School is 0.61, which is more 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
#2395 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
42%
14%
Black
45%
14%
White
11%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
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 #2395 out of 2,549 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Deep Roots Charter School?
379 students attend Deep Roots Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Deep Roots Charter School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deep Roots Charter School?
Deep Roots Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower 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
What school district is Deep Roots Charter School part of?
Deep Roots Charter School is part of Deep Roots CS 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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