Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Kipp North Philadelphia 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School's student population of 477 students has grown by 138% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 183% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp North Philadelphia 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 Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School 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
#2287 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
96%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
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 Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School's ranking?
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School is ranked #2287 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School?
477 students attend Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School?
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School offer ?
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School part of?
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School is part of KIPP North Philadelphia CS School District.
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