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Middle Schools

Middle Years Alternative

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 4725 Fairmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19139.0

(215)400-7720

2/10
#443
Rank 443 out of 520
Top 85%
English Language Arts2/10 · #445 · 15th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #449 · 14th percentile
Science3/10 · #365 · 22nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Middle Years Alternative sits in West Philadelphia, a neighborhood full of history, murals, and a strong sense of community identity — but families here should know this school faces real academic challenges, with test scores placing it near the bottom of Pennsylvania middle schools. It may appeal to families drawn to smaller, alternative-style learning environments who are also committed to being active partners in their child's education. For those rooted in this part of the city, understanding the school's performance picture honestly is the first step to making the right choice.

Student Demographics

116 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
92 (79%)
Hispanic
14 (12%)
Multiple Races
6 (5%)
Asian
2 (2%)
Other
2 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners12 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged97 (84%)
Students with Disabilities23 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

128
Enrollment
9.1
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #8 · 99th percentile

414 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found