Serving 1,158 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Philadelphia Academy Charter School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philadelphia Academy Charter School's student population of 1,158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philadelphia Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philadelphia Academy Charter School is 0.54, 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
#1322 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Academy Charter School's ranking?
Philadelphia Academy Charter School is ranked #1322 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Academy Charter School often compared to?
Philadelphia Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mast Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Academy Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Academy Charter School?
1,158 students attend Philadelphia Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Philadelphia Academy Charter School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Academy Charter School?
Philadelphia Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Academy Charter School offer ?
Philadelphia Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Philadelphia Academy Charter School part of?
Philadelphia Academy Charter School is part of Philadelphia Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Academy Charter School located?
Philadelphia Academy Charter School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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