Needs Improvement
#2723 of 2,846 schools in PA
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West
High School · Philadelphia City SD
4300 Westminster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,723 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#265 of 300
public schools
In district
#197 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Philadelphia Learning Academy - West
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Philadelphia Learning Academy - West serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Philadelphia Learning Academy - West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,723 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Philadelphia Learning Academy - West show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Philadelphia Learning Academy - West sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Philadelphia Learning Academy - West sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Philadelphia Learning Academy - West — Students at Philadelphia Learning Academy - West score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Philadelphia Learning Academy - West Compares
See how Philadelphia Learning Academy - West performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4300 Westminster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philadelphia Learning Academy - West may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robeson HS for Human Services (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP DuBois CS (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Blankenburg Rudolph Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Inquiry CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.0 |
| Belmont CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Parkway West Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Locke Alain Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Discovery CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| School of the Future Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Rhoads James Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Robeson HS for Human Services Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| KIPP DuBois CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP West Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lea Henry C Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,526
Median Home Value
$268,200
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
54,454
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
17.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
36.9%
Median Age
23.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philadelphia Learning Academy - West
What grades does Philadelphia Learning Academy - West serve?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Philadelphia Learning Academy - West?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Learning Academy - West?
The student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philadelphia Learning Academy - West rank in PA?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West ranks #2,723 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Philadelphia Learning Academy - West's MySchoolScout rating?
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Philadelphia Learning Academy - West?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philadelphia Learning Academy - West has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).
Is Philadelphia Learning Academy - West a charter school?
No, Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philadelphia Learning Academy - West a Title I school?
No, Philadelphia Learning Academy - West is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philadelphia Learning Academy - West?
100.0% of students at Philadelphia Learning Academy - West qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.7%
- Phone
- (215) 400-9080
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #197 of 218
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