Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy serves 389 students in grades 9.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy's student population of 389 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
89%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy?
389 students attend Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy offer ?
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy part of?
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy is part of William Penn School District.
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