Serving 336 students in grades 9-12, Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson's student population of 336 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson 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 Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson is 0.53, 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
#1897 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
62%
14%
White
4%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
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 Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson's ranking?
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson is ranked #1897 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson often compared to?
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elversonis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Charter School, Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson?
336 students attend Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson?
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson offer ?
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson part of?
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson located?
Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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