Memphis Street Academy Charter School @ JP Jones

Memphis Street Academy Charter School @ JP Jones is the only school in the data set, serving grades 5-8 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This public charter middle school has a total enrollment of 538 students, the majority of whom are Hispanic (56.51%) and African American (32.9%). The school's academic performance, as measured by state assessment tests, is significantly below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with only 4.1% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better in math compared to the state average of 26%. Despite higher-than-average spending per student of $19,795, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of middle schools in Pennsylvania, with a 0-star rating out of 5.

The school's high poverty level, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggests that the student population faces significant socioeconomic challenges. The school's relatively high dropout rate of 1.8% for the 2022-2023 school year is also a concern. These factors, combined with the persistent low academic performance, raise questions about the effective allocation and utilization of resources to support student learning and achievement at Memphis Street Academy Charter School @ JP Jones.

The data analysis indicates that Memphis Street Academy Charter School @ JP Jones is struggling to provide a quality education to its predominantly disadvantaged student population. The school's consistently low academic performance, high dropout rate, and persistent bottom-tier ranking in the state highlight the need for significant interventions and support to improve student outcomes and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities.