Serving 1,512 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mariana Bracetti 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 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School's student population of 1,512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,512 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
1999
School Motto
All students draw upon their passion, motivation and life experience to become independent, adaptive problem solvers, powerful thinkers, effective communicators, and meaningful contributors to the larger community.
School Rankings
Mariana Bracetti 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 Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is 0.39, 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
#2255 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
76%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
19%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
3%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Light Blue
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School's ranking?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is ranked #2255 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School often compared to?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William A Brummer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School?
1,512 students attend Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School offer ?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School part of?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is part of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School located?
Mariana Bracetti 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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