Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School

Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
2600 S Broad St,  Philadelphia, PA
3.8
3.3
2,600 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
33%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
181
Full Time Teachers
181
Teachers in First or Second Year
24.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
500
Verbal
520
Average ACT
19
Math
19
English
18
Reading
19
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
12.1%
State Average
15.6%
Science
28.5%
State Average
29.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
328:1

Student Diversity

Female
58%
Male
42%
Black
32.6%
White
32.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
15.5%
Hispanic
10.7%
Two or more races
8.5%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Most Diverse Public HS in Pennsylvania
#9 Most Diverse Public MS in Pennsylvania
#13 Niche Standout MS in Pennsylvania
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Temple University 240 Students
Drexel University 186 Students
Penn State 147 Students
West Chester University of Pennsylvania 105 Students
University of Pennsylvania 104 Students
Widener University 86 Students
Saint Joseph's University 77 Students
Thomas Jefferson University 60 Students
New York University 58 Students
University of Pittsburgh 58 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 100 Students
Business 91 Students
Psychology 63 Students
Biology 56 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 42 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 26 Students
Computer Science 23 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 20 Students
Film and Video Studies 19 Students
Dance 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 91 Reviews
5.0
8/26/2024
This school is the best. I've been here since 2nd grade through 7th grade and my experience here did not disappoint at all. The students here are mostly well behaved, the teachers here are cool and they teach well. Throughout my experience here, it was really easy to find friends and people I could interact too. They were nice and I have not seen one case of bullying here but that is just me. I like how when you switch over to vine street you get a iPad instead of chromebooks where normal public schools use chromebooks. The iPads were easy to use and they gave you a case which includes a keyboard where you can type. This school is the best and I recommend to attend it
4.0 Alum
7/24/2024
This school had an amazing performing arts curriculum which lead me to find my passion for sining and create life long friendships through the love of the arts.
5.0 Parent
2/15/2023
My daughter go to this school since 2022 and I love it. The curriculums is outstanding and awesome in my opinion.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 46 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/9/2025
This school is so good I love itttt
1.0 student
6/4/2025
Philadelphia performing arts charter school is horrible and I would not recommend putting your child into this horrible school. I have been in the school before and my mental health got so bad. The school is absolutely disgusting and the students there are very rude and disrespectful to other studen...
1.0 parent
2/26/2025
Good caring teachers are overwhelmed by misbehaving students and large classes in tight quarters. The anti-bullying policy is a joke. When kids go through the hallways to change classes, they get slammed into lockers by bullies. When teachers have their head turned, kids have things knocked off thei...
3.0 parent
5/3/2024
My child has attended PPACS for a few years now. From an arts and academics standpoint, it is great. Their performances are top notch, and the opportunity to perform in world-class spaces like the Kimmel Center is incredible. I also appreciate the use of technology in relation to their academics. Wh...

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Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 2600 S Broad St in Philadelphia, PA. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,600 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 33% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $321,452. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mastery Charter Thomas Elementary School, The Preparatory Charter High School, Universal Audenried Charter High School, and more. Learn more about what Philadelphia has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School.

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