Serving 128 students in grades 5-8, Middle Years Alternative 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Middle Years Alternative serves the southwest part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle Years Alternative's student population of 128 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
MYA is a place where ALL students feel safe, valued, accepted, respected, and supported to grow & reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Middle Years Alternative 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 Middle Years Alternative is 0.36, 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
#2258 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
27%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Grey
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle Years Alternative's ranking?
Middle Years Alternative is ranked #2258 out of 2,733 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Middle Years Alternative?
128 students attend Middle Years Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Middle Years Alternative students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle Years Alternative?
Middle Years Alternative has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middle Years Alternative offer ?
Middle Years Alternative offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle Years Alternative part of?
Middle Years Alternative is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle Years Alternative located?
Middle Years Alternative is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
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