Serving 1,173 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Philadelphia Academy Charter School's student population of 1,173 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
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 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1094 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
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
10%
5%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
11%
14%
White
57%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #1094 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 Mathematics Science & Technology Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Academy Charter School?
1,173 students attend Philadelphia Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Philadelphia Academy Charter School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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