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New Foundations Charter School
Charter Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade K-12
8001 Torresdale Ave,
Philadelphia, PA
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
55%
Average GPA
3.29
Graduation Rate
92%
Niche Grade
B-
A+
B
B
B
B
B-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.29
Reading Proficiency
55%
Math Proficiency
30%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
99
Full Time Teachers
99
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
25
Math
23
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
50%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
14.9%
State Average
15.6%
Science
32.5%
State Average
29.5%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
143:1
Student Diversity
Male
51%
Female
49%
White
40.8%
Black
25.1%
Hispanic
25.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.7%
Two or more races
3.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings
#13
Best Charter HS in Pennsylvania
#16
Niche Standout MS in Pennsylvania
#24
Best Public HS Teachers in Pennsylvania
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
287 Students
Drexel University
191 Students
Penn State
161 Students
Holy Family University
115 Students
Penn State Abington
111 Students
University of Pennsylvania
100 Students
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
98 Students
Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg
83 Students
University of Pittsburgh
76 Students
Community College of Philadelphia
73 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
105 Students
Psychology
68 Students
Business
66 Students
Biology
63 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
41 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
38 Students
Computer Science
37 Students
Accounting
25 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
24 Students
Forensic Science and Technology
23 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/3/2024
Overall, I had a great experience at New Foundations. Academically I am prepared for college and because of the honors and AP courses offered, I have a very attractive application. The counselors are there to make sure you succeed as well.
6/19/2024
I like how they give you all the resources and necessities to succeed through every year, but they don't actually hold your hand through it, as they expect you to prepare and get the answers yourself. I like that kind of independence. I do, however, wish that there were more cultural activities in the school. Despite this, I wouldn't change anything.
6/16/2024
Best part about going to this school is the clubs and activities that students can participate in. I personally joined the rock band and choir and had an absolute blast. Outside of that the school is just okay with not much going on for it.
GreatSchools Reviews
2/17/2022
As a parent who has had 4 children go to the school I can honestly say that it has gone downhill over the last several years. They are more worried about their “ brand” than anything else. If you like to wait 20 minutes for your child after dismissal time each day then this school is for you.
4/16/2019
I would rate it great. The score doesn't do justice to the school level, but the teachers and leadership can use it as tool to enforce better study habits from students and find effective ways to improve the score. I do not push my kids how to study, but when they come home with anything below 90% I...
12/2/2015
I'm heading to your school for high school!! its amazing and i love it,,, best school eva
11/23/2014
I have been attending New Foundations Charter School for over 8 years now and can honestly say this is one of the best schools to be at. The teachers want to see you achieve and do their best to help you in any way. Is the school strict? Yes. If your child is getting detentions and such then that is...
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Map
About Holmesburg
List Price Range
$134K - $417K
Homes For Sale
33
Average Home Value
$224,597
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
46%
Household Income
$65,768
% of College Grads
19.2%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,743 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
56.0%
Homes for Sale
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- K to 12th
- Charter
- 2nd to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Torresdale Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Charles A. Russo Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Holme Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Pennypack Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Pleasant Hill Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Pennypack
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Torresdale
A city neighborhood that is off the beaten path
Tacony
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Mayfair
Greater Northeast Philly suburb between two parks where sports fans gather
Rhawnhurst
Philly suburb tucked into the curve of Pennypack Creek
Wissinoming
Rich history, strong local sports team and an abundance of outdoor activities