Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Henry Charles W 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 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Charles W School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henry Charles W School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry Charles W 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 Henry Charles W School is 0.64, 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
#1207 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
48%
14%
White
36%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Charles W School's ranking?
Henry Charles W School is ranked #1207 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Henry Charles W School often compared to?
Henry Charles W Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houston Henry E School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Henry Charles W School?
489 students attend Henry Charles W School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Henry Charles W School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Charles W School?
Henry Charles W School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henry Charles W School offer ?
Henry Charles W School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Henry Charles W School part of?
Henry Charles W School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Charles W School located?
Henry Charles W School is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 11 other public schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.
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