Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy serves 348 students in grades 9.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy is 0.24, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
87%
14%
White
3%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy?
348 students attend Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy offer ?
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy part of?
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy is part of William Penn School District.
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