District Overview
Located at 3556 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Deep Roots Charter School operates as an open, independent public charter district serving families within a dynamic, large-city environment. Situated in the heart of the Philadelphia metropolitan area, this single-school district provides an engaging academic environment spanning Kindergarten through 7th grade. Currently educating 354 students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, the school offers an accessible, neighborhood-focused alternative designed to build a strong foundation for young learners. Families and educational researchers seeking to learn more about the district's academic framework can explore its community initiatives online at deeprootscs.org.

Deep Roots Charter School reflects the vibrant multicultural fabric of its urban surroundings, supporting a diverse student body comprising 166 Hispanic, 140 Black, 24 multiracial, 22 White, and 2 Asian students. To deliver personalized instruction and foster a supportive learning atmosphere, the district employs a dedicated team of 36 full-time equivalent staff members. This staffing structure includes 20 full-time educators, 5 instructional aides offering targeted classroom assistance, and 11 support personnel focused on student well-being and operational excellence. Through its collaborative environment and balanced student-to-staff focus, Deep Roots Charter School continues to serve as an essential educational pillar for the Philadelphia community.
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Total Schools
354
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Deep Roots CS
Demographic Student Count
White22
Hispanic166
Black140
Asian2
Two or More24
  • Hispanic
    166 (46.9%)
  • Black
    140 (39.5%)
  • Two or More
    24 (6.8%)
  • White
    22 (6.2%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Deep Roots CS
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle0
High0
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Independent charter district
Charter:1 Charter School
Number of schools:1
Students:354*
Teachers (FTE):20.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:17.7
Schools in Deep Roots CS
Found 1 Schools
Charter School 354 Students