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Northwood Academy Charter School

4621 Castor Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northwood 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 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 705 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Northwood Academy Charter School's student population of 705 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

School Rankings

Northwood 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 Northwood Academy Charter School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2256 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
13%
36%
40%
55%
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
69%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northwood Academy Charter School's ranking?
Northwood Academy Charter School is ranked #2256 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northwood Academy Charter School often compared to?
Northwood Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Foundations Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northwood Academy Charter School?
705 students attend Northwood Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Northwood Academy Charter School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Academy Charter School?
Northwood Academy Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwood Academy Charter School offer ?
Northwood Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Academy Charter School part of?
Northwood Academy Charter School is part of Northwood Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwood Academy Charter School located?
Northwood Academy Charter School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 705 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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