Serving 838 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Philadelphia 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Philadelphia Charter School's student population of 838 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Philadelphia 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 Kipp Philadelphia 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
#2526 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
93%
14%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Philadelphia Charter School's ranking?
Kipp Philadelphia Charter School is ranked #2526 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kipp Philadelphia Charter School often compared to?
Kipp Philadelphia Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bala-cynwyd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Philadelphia Charter School?
838 students attend Kipp Philadelphia Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kipp Philadelphia Charter School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Philadelphia Charter School?
Kipp Philadelphia Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp Philadelphia Charter School offer ?
Kipp Philadelphia Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kipp Philadelphia Charter School part of?
Kipp Philadelphia Charter School is part of KIPP Philadelphia Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Philadelphia Charter School located?
Kipp Philadelphia Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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