Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southwest Leadership 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 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School's student population of 588 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Southwest Leadership 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 Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School is 0.20, 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
#2536 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
89%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
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 Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School's ranking?
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School is ranked #2536 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School often compared to?
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia Montessori Charter School, Global Leadership Academy Cs Southwest At Huey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School?
588 students attend Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School?
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School offer ?
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School part of?
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School is part of Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School located?
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Elmwood Park.
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