Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Summary:

Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers is a public charter high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, serving 568 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical District, which is ranked 509 out of 610 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Pennsylvania high schools, ranging from 119th out of 660 schools in 2010-2011 to 542nd out of 686 schools in 2023-2024. The school has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is performing below average compared to other high schools in the state. While African American and Hispanic students perform relatively better, with 3-star and 2-star ratings respectively, white students and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds perform the worst, ranking 552nd and 497th out of Pennsylvania high schools, both with 1-star ratings.

The school's proficiency rates on the Keystone Exams are significantly lower than the state averages, particularly in Algebra I (19% proficient vs. 41.6% statewide) and Biology (28.5% proficient vs. 50.5% statewide). However, the school's Literature proficiency rate is closer to the state average, at 53.5% compared to 63.2% statewide. Nearby high-performing schools like Academy at Palumbo, Freire Charter School, and Gamp significantly outperform Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers across various metrics, including test scores and graduation rates.


Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

 1928 Point Breeze Avenue
       Philadelphia, PA  19145


(215) 334-6144

District: Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical

SchoolDigger Rank:
542nd of 686 Pennsylvania High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $2,673 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  13.9 Help
Number of students:  568

Racial breakdown:

African American:
69.2%
Hispanic:
11.6%
Asian:
9.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  98.2% Help


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Compare Details Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers ranks worse than 79% of high schools in Pennsylvania. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 24.04. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (69.2%), Hispanic (11.6%), Asian (9.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 98.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers is 13.9. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers is $2,673.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers:

SchoolDigger ranks Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers 542nd of 686 Pennsylvania public high schools. (See Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers in the ranking list.)

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Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical:

SchoolDigger ranks Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical 509th of 610 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

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Rank History for all students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 6.88 532nd 583 8.7%
2004 6.70 543rd 590 8.0%
2005 53.39 333rd 593 43.8%
2006 68.72 192nd 604 68.2%
2007 75.38 118th 615 80.8%
2008 53.09 354th 621 43.0%
2009 81.91 72nd 632 88.6%
2010 74.09 145th 649 77.7%
2011 76.15 119th 660 82.0%
2012 71.64 186th 664 72.0%
2015 32.27 523rd 680 23.1%
2016 61.08 348th 677 48.6%
2017 28.77 510th 663 23.1%
2018 23.79 539th 673 19.9%
2019 24.38 552nd 693 20.3%
2021 2.03 525th 537 2.2%
2023 26.72 524th 674 22.3%
2024 24.04 542nd 686 21.0%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 58.45 23rd 85 72.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 34.18 457th 652 29.9%
2024 30.77 497th 664 25.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 31.75 490th 665 26.3%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 33.87 305th 502 39.2%
2024 19.18 447th 513 12.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 19.43 546th 662 17.5%
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Rank History for African American students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 51.22 118th 260 54.6%
2024 52.39 125th 284 56.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 42.53 141st 252 44.0%
2024 41.13 158th 274 42.3%
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Rank History for White students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 10.50 552nd 595 7.2%
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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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by a student
Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Open Quote Preparatory High School is a place where know one is limited, everyone can fit in and the teachers really care about the lives and futures of their students. If you or your child is looking for a high school to call home, I strongly recommend Prep Charter. I recently graduated from this Prep Charter, and I take away from my fours years at Prep Charter many lessons and good memories. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1999 62 79 4 5 0 n/a n/a 0 150
2000 139 142 6 7 0 n/a n/a 0 294
2001 169 179 10 7 0 n/a n/a 0 365
2002 180 231 27 9 0 n/a n/a 0 447
2003 180 231 27 9 0 n/a n/a 0 447
2004 167 237 35 13 0 n/a n/a 0 452
2005 184 316 68 12 0 n/a n/a 0 580
2006 196 332 67 7 0 n/a n/a 0 602
2007 180 331 78 12 0 n/a n/a 0 601
2008 183 329 81 13 0 n/a n/a 0 606
2009 174 314 93 12 0 n/a n/a 2 595
2010 153 296 115 19 0 n/a n/a 3 586
2011 171 287 115 25 0 0 5 0 603
2012 174 276 110 21 0 0 10 0 591
2013 196 260 118 22 0 0 11 0 607
2014 191 248 99 24 0 0 14 0 576
2015 189 300 90 28 0 0 16 0 623
2016 166 304 87 28 0 0 20 0 605
2017 121 334 72 29 0 0 22 0 578
2018 110 372 75 47 0 0 6 0 610
2019 95 407 64 51 2 0 12 0 631
2020 69 392 60 56 2 0 50 0 629
2021 61 431 48 64 4 3 16 0 627
2022 46 412 44 61 5 0 43 0 611
2023 36 393 53 66 3 1 16 0 568

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 150 4.4 34.1 n/a
2000 294 7.0 42.0 0
2001 365 16.0 22.8 0
2002 447 23.0 19.4 0
2003 447 23.0 19.4 0
2004 452 22.0 20.5 0
2005 580 28.0 20.7 0
2006 602 31.0 19.4 0
2007 601 31.0 19.4 0
2008 606 30.0 20.2 n/a
2009 595 30.6 19.4 n/a
2010 586 31.0 18.9 63.1
2011 603 34.0 17.7 60.9
2012 591 34.2 17.2 61.8
2013 607 34.0 17.8 59.6
2014 576 34.0 16.9 60.2
2015 623 34.0 18.3 64.5
2016 605 34.0 17.7 n/a
2017 578 33.0 17.5 n/a
2018 610 33.0 18.4 100
2019 631 33.0 19.1 100
2020 629 37.6 16.7 100
2021 627 38.8 16.1 99.5
2022 611 40.8 14.9 99.5
2023 568 40.8 13.9 98.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 150 4.4 34.1 n/a
2000 294 7.0 42.0 0
2001 365 16.0 22.8 0
2002 447 23.0 19.4 0
2003 447 23.0 19.4 0
2004 452 22.0 20.5 0
2005 580 28.0 20.7 0
2006 602 31.0 19.4 0
2007 601 31.0 19.4 0
2008 606 30.0 20.2 n/a
2009 595 30.6 19.4 n/a
2010 586 31.0 18.9 63.1
2011 603 34.0 17.7 60.9
2012 591 34.2 17.2 61.8
2013 607 34.0 17.8 59.6
2014 576 34.0 16.9 60.2
2015 623 34.0 18.3 64.5
2016 605 34.0 17.7 n/a
2017 578 33.0 17.5 n/a
2018 610 33.0 18.4 100
2019 631 33.0 19.1 100
2020 629 37.6 16.7 100
2021 627 38.8 16.1 99.5
2022 611 40.8 14.9 99.5
2023 568 40.8 13.9 98.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $978 (9.4%) $9,438 (90.6%) $10,416
2020 $00 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00
2021 $710 (78.3%) $196 (21.6%) $907
2022 $2,673 (100.0%) $00 (0.0%) $2,673

Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 552nd of 693 High schoolsRanks 524th of 674 High schools
 1.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
11th Grade Algebra I (Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers)28.120.9
 7.2%
   11th Grade Algebra I (Pennsylvania)63.334.1
 29.2%
11th Grade Biology (Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers)38.718.3
 20.4%
   11th Grade Biology (Pennsylvania)63.250.7
 12.5%
11th Grade Literature (Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers)6456.3
 7.7%
   11th Grade Literature (Pennsylvania)71.565.3
 6.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students631568
 10%
African American407393
 3.4%
American Indian23
 50%
Asian6453
 17.2%
Hispanic5166
 29.4%
Pacific Islander01
White9536
 62.1%
Two or More Races1216
 33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients100%98.2%
 1.8%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 568 students attended Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers.

Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers ranks in the bottom 21.0% of Pennsylvania high schools.

Students at Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Technical and Careers are 69% African American, 12% Hispanic, 9% Asian, 6% White, 3% Two or more races.


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