Serving 634 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alliance For Progress 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alliance For Progress Charter School's student population of 634 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Alliance For Progress 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 Alliance For Progress Charter School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2691 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
95%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
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 Alliance For Progress Charter School's ranking?
Alliance For Progress Charter School is ranked #2691 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Alliance For Progress Charter School often compared to?
Alliance For Progress Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Oak Lane Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Alliance For Progress Charter School?
634 students attend Alliance For Progress Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alliance For Progress Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alliance For Progress Charter School?
Alliance For Progress Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alliance For Progress Charter School offer ?
Alliance For Progress Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alliance For Progress Charter School part of?
Alliance For Progress Charter School is part of Alliance For Progress Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Alliance For Progress Charter School located?
Alliance For Progress Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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