Serving 699 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Antonia Pantoja Community 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Antonia Pantoja Community 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 Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2502 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School's ranking?
Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School is ranked #2502 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School often compared to?
Antonia Pantoja Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspira Bilingual Cyber Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School?
699 students attend Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School?
Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School offer ?
Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School part of?
Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School is part of Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School located?
Antonia Pantoja Community 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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