Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy

2000 Catharine St
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy's student population of 309 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
309 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy 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 Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1870 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
55%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50-59%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
6%
5%
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Hispanic
4%
15%
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Black
41%
14%
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White
42%
61%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Pennsylvania.
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and the public school average diversity score of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2008-09 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy's ranking?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is ranked #1870 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy often compared to?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton Edwin M School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy?
309 students attend Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy offer ?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy part of?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy located?
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy is located in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Graduate Hospital.

School Reviews

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3   6/16/2020
Chester Arthur is an incredible school. It is inclusive and welcoming and my child is thriving!
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5   6/15/2020
My child and I love this school. Thank you for all you do for us
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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