Serving 829 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Maritime Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maritime Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Maritime Academy Charter School's student population of 829 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
829 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Rich In Kindness
School Rankings
Maritime Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maritime Academy Charter School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2394 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
45%
16%
Black
15%
14%
White
31%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maritime Academy Charter School's ranking?
Maritime Academy Charter School is ranked #2394 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maritime Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Maritime Academy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maritime Academy Charter School?
829 students attend Maritime Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Maritime Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maritime Academy Charter School?
Maritime Academy Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maritime Academy Charter School offer ?
Maritime Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maritime Academy Charter School part of?
Maritime Academy Charter School is part of Maritime Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Maritime Academy Charter School located?
Maritime Academy Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Maritime's high school is extremely small. The buildings have absestos and mold causing many of the students to get ill. They do not offer credible athletic programs nor does the high school prepare the students for success in college. To date, there is not one single college graduate who has attended and graduated from Maritime. Outside of newspaper and yearbook, there are no extracurricular activities available to the students.
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