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New Foundations CS

New Foundations CS · Philadelphia County · 8001 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19136.0

(215)624-8100

9/10
#9
Rank 9 out of 61
Top 13%
English Language Arts8/10 · #14 · 79th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #9 · 87th percentile
Science9/10 · #11 · 81st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Tucked into the Holmesburg neighborhood in Northeast Philly, New Foundations Charter School punches well above its weight, ranking among the top 10 schools in all of Pennsylvania. Families drawn to a structured, academically rigorous environment will find strong results across English, math, and science — the kind of numbers that are hard to ignore in a city where finding the right school fit takes real research. Northeast Philly itself has a grounded, residential feel compared to the bustle of Center City, making it a practical choice for families who want urban access without the intensity, paired with a school that genuinely delivers.

Student Demographics

475 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
198 (42%)
Hispanic
113 (24%)
African American
111 (23%)
Asian
34 (7%)
Multiple Races
19 (4%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners19 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged354 (75%)
Students with Disabilities73 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,529
Enrollment
105
Teachers (FTE)
14.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

87.9%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

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 Programs5/10 · #22 · 45th percentile

91 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among K-12 Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found