LINDLEY ACADEMY CS AT BIRNEY

Lindley Academy CS at Birney is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Lindley Academy CS at Birney school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 743 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Lindley Academy CS at Birney has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney, located in the Feltonville neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Operating under the umbrella of ASPIRA of Pennsylvania, the school emphasizes a holistic educational approach that integrates academic rigor with character development and community involvement. Its mission is focused on creating a supportive, high-achieving environment that prepares students for success in high school and beyond, often highlighting a curriculum that stresses literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking skills.

As part of the ASPIRA network, the school places a strong cultural emphasis on its students' identities, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates diversity. The school utilizes a structured classroom environment designed to meet the unique needs of its student population, often incorporating technology-based learning tools and extracurricular activities to provide a well-rounded experience. By partnering with families and community stakeholders, Lindley Academy aims to foster a sense of civic responsibility alongside academic growth, positioning itself as a vital educational resource within the North Philadelphia community.

For more information, contact Lindley Academy CS at Birney at (215) 456-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.