Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Global Leadership 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Global Leadership Charter School's student population of 632 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Global Leadership 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 Global Leadership Charter School is 0.04, 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
#2682 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
98%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Leadership Charter School's ranking?
Global Leadership Charter School is ranked #2682 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Global Leadership Charter School often compared to?
Global Leadership Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Global Leadership Charter School?
632 students attend Global Leadership Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Global Leadership Charter School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Global Leadership Charter School?
Global Leadership Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Global Leadership Charter School offer ?
Global Leadership Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Global Leadership Charter School part of?
Global Leadership Charter School is part of Global Leadership Academy CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Leadership Charter School located?
Global Leadership Charter School is located in the West Parkside neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Parkside.
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