Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy serves 379 students in grades 9.
The student-teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 47:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy's student population of 379 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
47:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
84%
14%
White
4%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy?
379 students attend Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy?
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy has a student ration of 47:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy offer ?
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy part of?
Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy is part of William Penn School District.
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