Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eugenio Maria De Hostos 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 17% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos 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 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School is 0.19, 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
#2214 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
90%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School's ranking?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School is ranked #2214 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School?
486 students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School offer ?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School part of?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School is part of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School located?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School is located in the Oak Lane And East Oak Lane neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Lane And East Oak Lane.
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