Serving 1,731 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northeast Community Propel 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 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Community Propel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northeast Community Propel Academy's student population of 1,731 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northeast Community Propel 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 Northeast Community Propel Academy is 0.75, 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
#2288 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
37%
14%
Black
21%
14%
White
21%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Community Propel Academy's ranking?
Northeast Community Propel Academy is ranked #2288 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northeast Community Propel Academy?
1,731 students attend Northeast Community Propel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Northeast Community Propel Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast Community Propel Academy?
Northeast Community Propel Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northeast Community Propel Academy offer ?
Northeast Community Propel Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Northeast Community Propel Academy part of?
Northeast Community Propel Academy is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Northeast Community Propel Academy located?
Northeast Community Propel Academy is located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Mayfair.
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