Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School

5501 Cedar Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19143
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Bottom 50%
Serving 774 students in grades 6-12, Boys Latin Of Philadelphia 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 774 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School's student population of 774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
774 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

Boys Latin Of Philadelphia 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 Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2504 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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3%
36%
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33%
55%
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20-24%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
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Black
93%
14%
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White
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62%
Hawaiian
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.13
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85-89%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School and public school graduation rate of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School's ranking?
Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School is ranked #2504 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School often compared to?
Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Motivation High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School?
The graduation rate of Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School?
774 students attend Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School?
Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School offer ?
Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School part of?
Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School is part of Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School located?
Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 774 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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