Serving 1,529 students in grades Kindergarten-12, New Foundations 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 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), 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: 1,529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Foundations Charter School's student population of 1,529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Foundations 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 New Foundations Charter School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1673 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Foundations Charter School's ranking?
New Foundations Charter School is ranked #1673 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are New Foundations Charter School often compared to?
New Foundations Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Academy Charter School, Mathematics Science & Technology Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Foundations Charter School?
The graduation rate of New Foundations Charter School is 89%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend New Foundations Charter School?
1,529 students attend New Foundations Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of New Foundations Charter School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Foundations Charter School?
New Foundations Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Foundations Charter School offer ?
New Foundations Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Foundations Charter School part of?
New Foundations Charter School is part of New Foundations Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is New Foundations Charter School located?
New Foundations Charter School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have been attending New Foundations Charter School for over 8 years now and can honestly say this is one of the best schools to be at. The teachers want to see you achieve and do their best to help you in any way. Is the school strict? Yes. If your child is getting detentions and such then that is on them for not behaving. It is far from the teacher's fault. The school has a friendly environment and many opportunities for the students, this including academics and extracurricular.
5 10/10/2025
Amazing school!
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