Serving 1,637 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Esperanza Academy 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esperanza Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Esperanza Academy Charter School's student population of 1,637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,637 students
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Esperanza Academy 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 Esperanza Academy Charter School is 0.15, 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
#2548 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
92%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Academy Charter School's ranking?
Esperanza Academy Charter School is ranked #2548 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Esperanza Academy Charter School often compared to?
Esperanza Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison High School/fareira Skills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Esperanza Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Esperanza Academy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Esperanza Academy Charter School?
1,637 students attend Esperanza Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Esperanza Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esperanza Academy Charter School?
Esperanza Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esperanza Academy Charter School offer ?
Esperanza Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esperanza Academy Charter School part of?
Esperanza Academy Charter School is part of Esperanza Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Esperanza Academy Charter School located?
Esperanza Academy Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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