Serving 2,600 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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-12
- Enrollment: 2,600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School's student population of 2,600 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 181 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
181 teachers
School Rankings
Philadelphia Performing Arts 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 Performing Arts Charter School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1338 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
33%
14%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School's ranking?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is ranked #1338 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School often compared to?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christopher Columbus Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School?
2,600 students attend Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School offer ?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School part of?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is part of Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School located?
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is located in the Melrose neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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