Serving 352 students in grades 5-8, Science Leadership Academy Middle 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 17% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science Leadership Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Science Leadership Academy Middle School's student population of 352 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Science Leadership Academy Middle 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 Science Leadership Academy Middle School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1947 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
59%
14%
White
23%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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 Science Leadership Academy Middle School's ranking?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School is ranked #1947 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Science Leadership Academy Middle School often compared to?
Science Leadership Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell Byers Charter School, Samuel Gompers School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Science Leadership Academy Middle School?
352 students attend Science Leadership Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Science Leadership Academy Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Leadership Academy Middle School?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Science Leadership Academy Middle School offer ?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Science Leadership Academy Middle School part of?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Science Leadership Academy Middle School located?
Science Leadership Academy Middle School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
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