Needs Improvement
#2674 of 2,846 schools in PA
Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson
High School · Philadelphia City SD
2118-2160 N 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,674 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#243 of 300
public schools
In district
#182 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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About Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson
Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,674 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson — Students at Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.5/10.
How Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Compares
See how Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson 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
2118-2160 N 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HS of Engineering & Science (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TECH Freire CS (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The U School: Innovative Lab (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TECH Freire CS Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Duckrey Tanner Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| HS of Engineering & Science Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Alliance for Progress CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.3 |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,785
Median Home Value
$341,000
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
24,740
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
28.5
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| Washington HS Washington, PA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson
What grades does Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson serve?
Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson?
Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson?
The student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson rank in PA?
Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson ranks #2,674 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson's MySchoolScout rating?
Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Military Academy at Elverson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson a charter school?
No, Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson a Title I school?
No, Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson?
100.3% of students at Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson 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
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7420
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #182 of 218
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