Serving 461 students in grades 9-12, Technical Freire Charter School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Technical Freire Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Technical Freire Charter School's student population of 461 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Technical Freire Charter School is 0.20, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
89%
14%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Technical Freire Charter School often compared to?
Technical Freire Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Masterman Julia R Sec School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Technical Freire Charter School?
The graduation rate of Technical Freire Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Technical Freire Charter School?
461 students attend Technical Freire Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Technical Freire Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Technical Freire Charter School?
Technical Freire Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Technical Freire Charter School offer ?
Technical Freire Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Technical Freire Charter School part of?
Technical Freire Charter School is part of Technical Freire Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Technical Freire Charter School located?
Technical Freire Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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