Northwood Academy Charter School

Northwood Academy Charter School is the sole school in the Northwood Academy Charter School District, serving grades K-8 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This public charter school faces significant academic challenges, with student performance well below state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. Despite these struggles, the school maintains an impressive 0.0% dropout rate, suggesting it is able to retain its students despite the obstacles they face.

Northwood Academy Charter School serves a predominantly African American (67.24%) and Hispanic (22.5%) student population, with a high percentage (99.74%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a population facing significant economic disadvantages. The school's spending per student is relatively low at $2,026, which may contribute to the academic underperformance. Northwood Academy Charter School has consistently ranked in the bottom 15% of Pennsylvania elementary schools over the past three years, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While the school's low academic performance and persistent low ranking are concerning, the high retention rate suggests that Northwood Academy Charter School is able to provide a supportive environment for its students. Addressing the school's challenges will require a comprehensive approach that considers the unique socioeconomic factors and targeted interventions to improve student outcomes. Continued support and investment in this school community will be crucial to ensuring the success of the students at Northwood Academy Charter School.