Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Russell Byers 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russell Byers Charter School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
'Roots to Grow, Wings to Fly'
School Rankings
Russell Byers 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 Russell Byers Charter School is 0.13, 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
#2502 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Byers Charter School's ranking?
Russell Byers Charter School is ranked #2502 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Russell Byers Charter School often compared to?
Russell Byers Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inquiry Charter School, Philadelphia Montessori Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Russell Byers Charter School?
686 students attend Russell Byers Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Russell Byers Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell Byers Charter School?
Russell Byers Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Russell Byers Charter School offer ?
Russell Byers Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell Byers Charter School part of?
Russell Byers Charter School is part of Russell Byers Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Russell Byers Charter School located?
Russell Byers Charter School is located in the Center City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in Center City.
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