Serving 353 students in grades 5-8, Science Leadership Academy Middle 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 21% (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 29:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Science Leadership Academy Middle School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Science Leadership Academy Middle 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 Science Leadership Academy Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1922 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
58%
14%
White
27%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science Leadership Academy Middle School's ranking?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School is ranked #1922 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Science Leadership Academy Middle School often compared to?
Science Leadership Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samuel Gompers School, Russell Byers Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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).
How many students attend Science Leadership Academy Middle School?
353 students attend Science Leadership Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Science Leadership Academy Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Science Leadership Academy Middle School?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Science Leadership Academy Middle School offer ?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Science Leadership Academy Middle School part of?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Science Leadership Academy Middle School located?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
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