Serving 305 students in grades 6-12, Phoenix Academy 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% (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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phoenix Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lancaster, PA, covering approximately 13.3 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 2.2 miles to the edge of the zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenix Academy's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 177% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phoenix Academy 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 Phoenix Academy is 0.50, 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
#2589 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)91.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-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 Phoenix Academy's ranking?
Phoenix Academy is ranked #2589 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Phoenix Academy often compared to?
Phoenix Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Meylin Middle School, Mccaskey Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Academy?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Phoenix Academy?
305 students attend Phoenix Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Phoenix Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Academy?
Phoenix Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenix Academy offer ?
Phoenix Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoenix Academy part of?
Phoenix Academy is part of Lancaster School District.
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