William Penn Acts School serves 870 students in grades 4-12.
Minority enrollment was 95% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
870 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
86 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
83%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend William Penn Acts School?
870 students attend William Penn Acts School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of William Penn Acts School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does William Penn Acts School offer ?
William Penn Acts School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is William Penn Acts School part of?
William Penn Acts School is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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