Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sankofa Freedom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sankofa Freedom Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sankofa Freedom Charter School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sankofa Freedom Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sankofa Freedom Charter School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2086 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
94%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sankofa Freedom Charter School's ranking?
Sankofa Freedom Charter School is ranked #2086 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sankofa Freedom Charter School often compared to?
Sankofa Freedom Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freire Charter School, First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School, Green Woods Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sankofa Freedom Charter School?
The graduation rate of Sankofa Freedom Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sankofa Freedom Charter School?
640 students attend Sankofa Freedom Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sankofa Freedom Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sankofa Freedom Charter School?
Sankofa Freedom Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sankofa Freedom Charter School offer ?
Sankofa Freedom Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Sankofa Freedom Charter School part of?
Sankofa Freedom Charter School is part of Sankofa Freedom Academy CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Sankofa Freedom Charter School located?
Sankofa Freedom Charter School is located in the East Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Kensington.
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