Serving 636 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Global Leadership Academy 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Global Leadership Academy Charter School's student population of 636 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Global Leadership Academy 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 Global Leadership Academy 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
#2682 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
97%
14%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Leadership Academy Charter School's ranking?
Global Leadership Academy Charter School is ranked #2682 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Global Leadership Academy Charter School often compared to?
Global Leadership Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Global Leadership Academy Charter School?
636 students attend Global Leadership Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Global Leadership Academy Charter School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Global Leadership Academy Charter School?
Global Leadership Academy Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Global Leadership Academy Charter School offer ?
Global Leadership Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Global Leadership Academy Charter School part of?
Global Leadership Academy Charter School is part of Global Leadership Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Leadership Academy Charter School located?
Global Leadership Academy Charter School is located in the West Parkside neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Parkside.
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