Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Philadelphia Learning Academy - West 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West's student population of 60 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
97%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Learning Academy - West?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is 21-39%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Learning Academy - West?
60 students attend Philadelphia Learning Academy - West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Philadelphia Learning Academy - West students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Learning Academy - West?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Learning Academy - West offer ?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Philadelphia Learning Academy - West part of?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Learning Academy - West located?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
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