Serving 865 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Juniata Park Academy 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 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Juniata Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Juniata Park Academy's student population of 865 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Juniata Park Academy 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 Juniata Park Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2329 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
76%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Juniata Park Academy's ranking?
Juniata Park Academy is ranked #2329 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Juniata Park Academy often compared to?
Juniata Park Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkinson Francis School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Juniata Park Academy?
865 students attend Juniata Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Juniata Park Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juniata Park Academy?
Juniata Park Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Juniata Park Academy offer ?
Juniata Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juniata Park Academy part of?
Juniata Park Academy is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Juniata Park Academy located?
Juniata Park Academy is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025My kids have been going to juniata since kindergarten my daughter is in 6th grade the staff is great. My kids are happy. And there education..they do the best they can there. I'm very pleased with everything.. in this school.5 10/10/2025Beautiful busking, principal, dean, counselor and teachers are amazing. They are very supportive to children and families.5 10/10/2025The school is very clean and the staffs are always nice and welcoming. Since Kidergarten my kids have been going to Juniata and they love it.5 10/10/2025What I saw online, I think it is great.Review Juniata Park Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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My kids have been going to juniata since kindergarten my daughter is in 6th grade the staff is great. My kids are happy. And there education..they do the best they can there. I'm very pleased with everything.. in this school.
Beautiful busking, principal, dean, counselor and teachers are amazing. They are very supportive to children and families.
The school is very clean and the staffs are always nice and welcoming. Since Kidergarten my kids have been going to Juniata and they love it.
What I saw online, I think it is great.
Review Juniata Park Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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