Serving 934 students in grades 5-12, Freire 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 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 11:1 is lower 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 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 934 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freire Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Freire Charter School's student population of 934 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
934 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freire 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 Freire 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2292 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
93%
14%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freire Charter School's ranking?
Freire Charter School is ranked #2292 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Freire Charter School often compared to?
Freire Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Woods 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 36% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freire Charter School?
The graduation rate of Freire Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Freire Charter School?
934 students attend Freire Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Freire Charter School students are Black, 3% 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 Freire Charter School?
Freire Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freire Charter School offer ?
Freire Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Freire Charter School part of?
Freire Charter School is part of Freire Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Freire Charter School located?
Freire Charter School is located in the Center City West neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Center City West.
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