Freire Charter School

Freire Charter School is the only school in the Freire Charter School district, serving grades 5-12 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With a total enrollment of 934 students, the school stands out for its high percentage of African American students at 92.4%, which is significantly higher than the state average. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is well below state averages, particularly in math, where only 6.3% of students were proficient or better compared to 39.3% statewide.

While Freire Charter School has a slightly below-average four-year graduation rate of 89.5%, its dropout rate of 1.7% is higher than desired. The school's per-student spending of $18,243 is relatively high, but the academic outcomes do not seem to be commensurate with this level of investment. Addressing these challenges should be a priority for the school's leadership and the broader education community.

Overall, the data suggests that Freire Charter School faces significant challenges in terms of academic achievement and student outcomes, despite its relatively high per-student spending. The school's lack of diversity and underperformance on standardized tests are areas of concern that warrant further investigation and targeted interventions to improve the educational experience and outcomes for its students.