Laboratory Charter School

Public, Charter K-8

 926 Sedgley Ave
       Philadelphia, PA  19140


(267) 817-4720

District: Laboratory Charter School

SchoolDigger Rank:
1488th of 1,534 Pennsylvania Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $22,602 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  17.1 Help
Number of students:  491

Racial breakdown:

African American:
92.5%
Hispanic:
5.9%
Two or more races:
0.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  55.4% Help


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Compare Details Laboratory Charter School ranks worse than 97% of elementary schools in Pennsylvania. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 4.63. (See more...)
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Compare Details Laboratory Charter School ranks worse than 92% of middle schools in Pennsylvania. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 8.36. (See more...)
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Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (92.5%), Hispanic (5.9%), two or more races (0.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 55.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Laboratory Charter School is $22,602.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Laboratory Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks Laboratory Charter School 1488th of 1534 Pennsylvania public elementary schools. (See Laboratory Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Laboratory Charter School 822nd of 893 Pennsylvania public middle schools. (See Laboratory Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Laboratory Charter School 591st of 606 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Laboratory Charter School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Laboratory Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 97.16 3rd 1302 99.8%
2004 96.69 1st 1308 99.9%
2005 93.35 1st 1299 99.9%
2006 93.03 1st 1545 99.9%
2007 94.34 1st 1555 99.9%
2008 91.86 1st 1551 99.9%
2009 89.07 6th 1549 99.6%
2010 87.64 20th 1579 98.7%
2011 90.44 2nd 1597 99.9%
2012 87.56 17th 1599 98.9%
2015 62.10 652nd 1474 55.8%
2017 46.18 981st 1547 36.6%
2018 22.54 1219th 1530 20.3%
2019 24.27 1211th 1544 21.6%
2021 9.32 1263rd 1433 11.9%
2022 6.57 1427th 1534 7.0%
2023 4.63 1488th 1534 3.0%
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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at Laboratory Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 7.03 1363rd 1414 3.6%
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Rank History for elementary school African American students at Laboratory Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 19.92 394th 437 9.8%
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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Dept of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Laboratory Charter School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Laboratory Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 98.48 1st 643 99.8%
2004 97.88 1st 663 99.8%
2005 98.35 1st 687 99.9%
2006 95.55 2nd 736 99.7%
2007 95.62 1st 749 99.9%
2008 94.91 2nd 753 99.7%
2009 94.92 3rd 770 99.6%
2010 93.12 2nd 805 99.8%
2011 93.12 2nd 825 99.8%
2012 89.80 7th 834 99.2%
2015 78.75 151st 835 81.9%
2017 70.49 240th 877 72.6%
2018 43.85 525th 861 39.0%
2019 36.68 586th 891 34.2%
2021 22.55 607th 797 23.8%
2022 12.95 750th 883 15.1%
2023 8.36 822nd 893 8.0%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Laboratory Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 12.12 794th 874 9.2%
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Rank History for middle school Disabled students at Laboratory Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 22.83 549th 660 16.8%
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Rank History for middle school African American students at Laboratory Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 25.89 329th 421 21.9%
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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Dept 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.

Laboratory Charter School Test Scores
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Reviews:
by a parent
Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Open Quote Excellent academics! Great school! Felt blessed to get in Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, December 5, 2011

Open Quote Best school my kids have ever attended!!! Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, November 7, 2011

Open Quote Excellent cirriculum..... Close Quote



Enrollment information for Laboratory Charter School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1999 18 292 1 29 0 n/a n/a 0 340
2000 33 345 0 40 0 n/a n/a 0 418
2001 21 302 1 41 0 n/a n/a 0 365
2002 39 388 4 40 3 n/a n/a 0 474
2003 39 388 4 40 3 n/a n/a 0 474
2004 30 383 3 28 0 n/a n/a 0 444
2005 28 388 3 22 0 n/a n/a 0 441
2006 20 390 3 22 2 n/a n/a 0 437
2007 14 433 6 28 0 n/a n/a 0 481
2008 10 453 4 21 0 n/a n/a 6 494
2009 3 416 4 20 0 n/a n/a 9 452
2010 3 369 2 21 0 n/a n/a 6 401
2011 2 358 0 22 0 0 13 0 395
2012 3 397 0 23 0 0 16 0 439
2013 2 403 2 23 0 0 16 0 446
2014 2 437 0 20 0 0 38 0 497
2015 3 506 17 20 0 0 34 0 580
2016 3 544 14 17 0 0 37 0 615
2017 8 513 16 29 0 0 54 0 620
2018 2 505 16 20 0 0 34 0 577
2019 1 511 16 15 0 0 24 0 567
2020 5 521 18 28 4 2 14 0 592
2021 5 606 8 49 3 2 13 0 686
2022 4 403 7 35 2 1 12 0 464
2023 2 454 1 29 0 1 4 0 491

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 Laboratory Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 340 20.9 16.3 n/a
2000 418 22.4 18.7 0
2001 365 32.0 11.4 34.5
2002 474 41.0 11.6 0
2003 474 41.0 11.6 0
2004 444 35.5 12.5 0
2005 441 35.5 12.4 0
2006 437 33.5 13.0 13.7
2007 481 32.0 15.0 n/a
2008 494 29.0 17.0 n/a
2009 452 35.0 12.9 n/a
2010 401 31.5 12.7 42.8
2011 395 24.0 16.4 47.1
2012 439 29.0 15.1 51.9
2013 446 25.0 17.8 65.9
2014 497 31.0 16.0 55.3
2015 580 39.0 14.8 64.1
2016 615 40.0 15.3 100
2017 620 34.5 17.9 n/a
2018 577 23.5 24.5 n/a
2019 567 31.5 18.0 56.3
2020 592 45.0 13.1 n/a
2021 686 43.0 15.9 n/a
2022 464 27.0 17.1 0.6
2023 491 0.0 n/a 55.4

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 Laboratory Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 340 20.9 16.3 n/a
2000 418 22.4 18.7 0
2001 365 32.0 11.4 34.5
2002 474 41.0 11.6 0
2003 474 41.0 11.6 0
2004 444 35.5 12.5 0
2005 441 35.5 12.4 0
2006 437 33.5 13.0 13.7
2007 481 32.0 15.0 n/a
2008 494 29.0 17.0 n/a
2009 452 35.0 12.9 n/a
2010 401 31.5 12.7 42.8
2011 395 24.0 16.4 47.1
2012 439 29.0 15.1 51.9
2013 446 25.0 17.8 65.9
2014 497 31.0 16.0 55.3
2015 580 39.0 14.8 64.1
2016 615 40.0 15.3 100
2017 620 34.5 17.9 n/a
2018 577 23.5 24.5 n/a
2019 567 31.5 18.0 56.3
2020 592 45.0 13.1 n/a
2021 686 43.0 15.9 n/a
2022 464 27.0 17.1 0.6
2023 491 0.0 n/a 55.4

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Laboratory Charter School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,100 (9.1%) $10,931 (90.9%) $12,031
2020 $1,550 (8.1%) $17,543 (91.9%) $19,092
2021 $2,327 (17.4%) $11,076 (82.6%) $13,404
2022 $6,670 (29.5%) $15,932 (70.5%) $22,602

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Laboratory Charter School

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 1211th of 1544 Elementary schoolsRanks 1488th of 1534 Elementary schools
 18.6%
Ranks 586th of 891 Middle schoolsRanks 822nd of 893 Middle schools
 26.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Laboratory Charter School)39.112.9
 26.2%
   3rd Grade Math (Pennsylvania)5651.7
 4.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Laboratory Charter School)59.720.5
 39.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)61.954
 7.9%
4th Grade Math (Laboratory Charter School)19.50
 19.5%
   4th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)46.246.5
 0.3%
4th Grade Science (Laboratory Charter School)6121.4
 39.6%
   4th Grade Science (Pennsylvania)77.874.1
 3.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Laboratory Charter School)50.111.6
 38.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)63.651.8
 11.8%
5th Grade Math (Laboratory Charter School)32.82.4
 30.4%
   5th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)4342.7
 0.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Laboratory Charter School)42.87
 35.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)58.553.6
 4.9%
6th Grade Math (Laboratory Charter School)7.53.8
 3.7%
   6th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)3936.4
 2.6%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Laboratory Charter School)38.919.7
 19.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)6355.6
 7.4%
7th Grade Math (Laboratory Charter School)13.10
 13.1%
   7th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)38.233.2
 5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Laboratory Charter School)5017.9
 32.1%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)60.554.5
 6%
8th Grade Math (Laboratory Charter School)17.52.1
 15.4%
   8th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)32.226
 6.2%
8th Grade Science (Laboratory Charter School)63.519.1
 44.4%
   8th Grade Science (Pennsylvania)58.257
 1.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Laboratory Charter School)85.727.1
 58.6%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)57.952.8
 5.1%
All Grades Math (Laboratory Charter School)23.33.4
 19.9%
   All Grades Math (Pennsylvania)42.439.3
 3.1%
All Grades Science (Laboratory Charter School)61.820.2
 41.6%
   All Grades Science (Pennsylvania)6865.6
 2.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Laboratory Charter School)53.417.5
 35.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)60.953.8
 7.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students567491
 13.4%
African American511454
 11.2%
American Indian00
Asian161
 93.8%
Hispanic1529
 93.3%
Pacific Islander01
White12
 100%
Two or More Races244
 83.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients56.3%55.4%
 0.9%


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Students at Laboratory Charter School are 92% African American, 6% Hispanic.

Laboratory Charter School ranks in the bottom 3.0% of Pennsylvania elementary schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 491 students attended Laboratory Charter School.


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