Serving 1,557 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mariana Bracetti 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School's student population of 1,557 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mariana Bracetti 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 Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is 0.40, 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
#2342 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
75%
14%
Black
20%
14%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School's ranking?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is ranked #2342 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School often compared to?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William A Brummer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School?
1,557 students attend Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School offer ?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School part of?
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School is part of Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School located?
Mariana Bracetti Academy 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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