Serving 261 students in grades 9-12, Multicultural 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Multicultural Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Multicultural Charter School's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Multicultural Charter School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
87%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Multicultural Charter School?
The graduation rate of Multicultural Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Multicultural Charter School?
261 students attend Multicultural Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Multicultural Charter School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Multicultural Charter School?
Multicultural Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Multicultural Charter School offer ?
Multicultural Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Multicultural Charter School part of?
Multicultural Charter School is part of Multicultural Academy CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Multicultural Charter School located?
Multicultural 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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