Serving 1,822 students in grades Kindergarten-12, First Philadelphia Preparatory 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School's student population of 1,822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
First Philadelphia Preparatory 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 First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2635 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
45%
14%
White
7%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School is ranked #2635 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mast Community Charter School, Wissahickon Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School?
The graduation rate of First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School?
1,822 students attend First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School?
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School offer ?
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School part of?
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School is part of First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School located?
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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