Serving 930 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wissahickon 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 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wissahickon Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wissahickon Charter School's student population of 930 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Mascot
Franklin The Fox
School Rankings
Wissahickon 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 Wissahickon Charter School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2333 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
92%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Franklin The Fox
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wissahickon Charter School's ranking?
Wissahickon Charter School is ranked #2333 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wissahickon Charter School often compared to?
Wissahickon Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mathematics Science & Technology Community Charter School, First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wissahickon Charter School?
930 students attend Wissahickon Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wissahickon Charter School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wissahickon Charter School?
Wissahickon Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wissahickon Charter School offer ?
Wissahickon Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wissahickon Charter School part of?
Wissahickon Charter School is part of Wissahickon Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Wissahickon Charter School located?
Wissahickon 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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