Serving 702 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Green Woods Charter School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Woods Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Green Woods Charter School's student population of 702 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Green Woods Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Woods Charter School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1200 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
23%
14%
White
57%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Woods Charter School's ranking?
Green Woods Charter School is ranked #1200 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Green Woods Charter School often compared to?
Green Woods Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawmont School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Green Woods Charter School?
702 students attend Green Woods Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Green Woods Charter School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Woods Charter School?
Green Woods Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Green Woods Charter School offer ?
Green Woods Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Woods Charter School part of?
Green Woods Charter School is part of Green Woods Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Green Woods Charter School located?
Green Woods Charter School is located in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Roxborough.
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