Fitler Academics Plus

140 W Seymour St
Philadelphia, PA 19144
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 222 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Fitler Academics Plus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fitler Academics Plus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Fitler Academics Plus's student population of 222 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
222 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings

Fitler Academics Plus 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 Fitler Academics Plus is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (PA)
#1593 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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<50%
38%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Fitler Academics Plus and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
≤20%
55%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Fitler Academics Plus and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
2%
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Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
1%
14%
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Black
96%
14%
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White
n/a
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.08
This chart display the diversity score of Fitler Academics Plus and the public school average diversity score of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Fitler Academics Plus and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Fitler Academics Plus and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fitler Academics Plus's ranking?
Fitler Academics Plus is ranked #1593 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fitler Academics Plus often compared to?
Fitler Academics Plusis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Theodore MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fitler Academics Plus?
222 students attend Fitler Academics Plus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Fitler Academics Plus students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitler Academics Plus?
Fitler Academics Plus has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fitler Academics Plus offer ?
Fitler Academics Plus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Fitler Academics Plus part of?
Fitler Academics Plus is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.

School Reviews

2   10/16/2014
I do not recommend this school . The teachers are okay but they will not let you know if you child is failing or not . , but the students are out of control . The bullying , fighting , and harassment , is horrible . The kids have no respect , no self control , or obedience for other students or teachers do not send your child her ..... Sincerely from a parent .
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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