Serving 498 students in grades 9-12, Science Leadership Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Science Leadership Academy's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Science Leadership Academy is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
31%
14%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Science Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Science Leadership Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Science Leadership Academy?
498 students attend Science Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Science Leadership Academy students are White, 31% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Leadership Academy?
Science Leadership Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Science Leadership Academy offer ?
Science Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Science Leadership Academy part of?
Science Leadership Academy is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Science Leadership Academy located?
Science Leadership Academy is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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