Serving 751 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pan American 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pan American Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pan American Academy Charter School's student population of 751 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Preparing Youth for Global Leadership
School Rankings
Pan American 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 Pan American Academy Charter School is 0.19, 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
#2562 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
90%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
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 Pan American Academy Charter School's ranking?
Pan American Academy Charter School is ranked #2562 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pan American Academy Charter School often compared to?
Pan American Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pan American Academy Charter School?
751 students attend Pan American Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pan American Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pan American Academy Charter School?
Pan American Academy Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pan American Academy Charter School offer ?
Pan American Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pan American Academy Charter School part of?
Pan American Academy Charter School is part of Pan American Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Pan American Academy Charter School located?
Pan American Academy 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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