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
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤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:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1593 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
96%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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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