Serving 56 students in grades 8-12, The New Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The New Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The New Academy Charter School's student population of 56 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The New Academy Charter School 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 The New Academy Charter School is 0.51, 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
#2373 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
64%
14%
White
29%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The New Academy Charter School's ranking?
The New Academy Charter School is ranked #2373 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are The New Academy Charter School often compared to?
The New Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like 21st Century Cyber Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The New Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of The New Academy Charter School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend The New Academy Charter School?
56 students attend The New Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of The New Academy Charter School students are Black, 29% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The New Academy Charter School?
The New Academy Charter School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does The New Academy Charter School offer ?
The New Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is The New Academy Charter School part of?
The New Academy Charter School is part of The New Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is The New Academy Charter School located?
The New Academy Charter School is located in the Arlington neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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