Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Folk Arts-cultural Treasures 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 90% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures 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 Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School is 0.52, 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
#927 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
68%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
3%
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 Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School's ranking?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School is ranked #927 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School?
494 students attend Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School offer ?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School part of?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School is part of Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School located?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Charter School is located in the Center City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in Center City.
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