Wissahickon Charter School

Wissahickon Charter School is the sole elementary school (grades K-8) in the Wissahickon Charter School District located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With an enrollment of 930 students, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10-15% of Pennsylvania elementary schools based on the statewide SchoolDigger rankings over the past few years, earning a 0 out of 5 star rating in the 2024-2025 school year.

Wissahickon Charter School's academic performance is significantly below the state average, with proficiency rates on the PSSA tests well below the state's benchmarks across all grade levels and subject areas. For instance, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's math proficiency rate for all grades was just 12.1%, compared to the state average of 41.7%. Additionally, the school has a very high percentage (100%) of students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.

Despite the low academic outcomes, the school spends a relatively high amount per student ($21,127) compared to the state average, raising questions about the efficient use of resources and the factors contributing to the school's underperformance. The combination of low academic achievement, high poverty levels, and relatively high spending per student suggests that Wissahickon Charter School may benefit from targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of its student population and improve educational outcomes.