Serving 955 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Oak Lane 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 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Oak Lane Charter School's student population of 955 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
955 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Oak Lane 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 West Oak Lane Charter School is 0.02, 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
#2331 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
99%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Oak Lane Charter School's ranking?
West Oak Lane Charter School is ranked #2331 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Oak Lane Charter School often compared to?
West Oak Lane Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alliance For Progress Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Oak Lane Charter School?
955 students attend West Oak Lane Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of West Oak Lane Charter School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Oak Lane Charter School?
West Oak Lane Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Oak Lane Charter School offer ?
West Oak Lane Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Oak Lane Charter School part of?
West Oak Lane Charter School is part of West Oak Lane Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is West Oak Lane Charter School located?
West Oak Lane Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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