Summary:
The 19128 zip code in Philadelphia is home to a single middle school, Amy NW, a public magnet school serving a relatively small student population of 134 students. While Amy NW's academic performance is mixed, with math and English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency rates exceeding the Philadelphia City School District average but lagging behind the state average, its science proficiency rates are notably lower than both the district and state.
Despite the high-poverty student population, with 100% of Amy NW's students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school spends significantly more per student ($21,875) than the district or state averages. This suggests that the school may be receiving additional funding or resources to support its students. Additionally, the school's small size and low student-teacher ratio of 9.2 to 1 could be a strength, potentially allowing for more individualized attention and support for students.
However, Amy NW's school rankings have fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 391 out of 873 Pennsylvania middle schools in 2024-2025 (3 out of 5 stars) to 557 out of 893 in 2022-2023 (2 out of 5 stars), indicating that the school may be struggling to consistently deliver strong academic outcomes. Further analysis of the school's specific programs, teaching practices, and resource allocation could provide more insights into how to best support the academic and social-emotional needs of its students.
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