School Overview
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.
710
Total Students
52.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lindley Academy CS at Birney
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic44
Black615
Asian6
Two or More38
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    615 (86.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    44 (6.2 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (5.4 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.8 %)
  • White
    4 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lindley Academy CS at Birney
Phone: (215)456-3000
Website: http://www.ap-schools.org/gendavidbbirneycharterschool_home.aspx
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 710
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 82
Grade 1 79
Grade 2 69
Grade 3 76
Grade 4 91
Grade 5 78
Grade 6 81
Grade 7 78
Grade 8 76

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lindley Academy CS at Birney
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten82
Grade 179
Grade 269
Grade 376
Grade 491
Grade 578
Grade 681
Grade 778
Grade 876
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lindley Academy CS at Birney
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35349.7%
Male35750.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)