Global Leadership Academy Charter School Southwest at Huey

Global Leadership Academy Charter School Southwest at Huey is a single-school district in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, serving elementary students in grades K-8. The sole school in this district, Global Leadership Academy Charter School Southwest a, has a total enrollment of 532 students, the majority of whom (96.05%) are African American.

While the school boasts a 0% dropout rate, its academic performance is a significant concern. Across all grade levels and subject areas, the school's Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) test scores are well below the state average, with only 1.7% of 3rd-grade students scoring proficient or better in math, compared to the state average of 51.7%. This trend is consistent throughout the school, suggesting a need for targeted interventions and strategies to improve student learning outcomes.

Additionally, the school serves a high percentage (91.92%) of economically disadvantaged students, as indicated by the free and reduced-price lunch program. Despite the higher-than-average spending per student ($20,311), the school's academic performance remains a concern, raising questions about the effective allocation and utilization of resources. The lack of diversity within the student population, with 96.05% of students identifying as African American, may also have implications for the school's culture and curriculum.