The Girard Academic Music Program is a public magnet secondary school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is part of the School District of Philadelphia, covering grades five through twelve. All students are able to pursue music as a major subject area.
Serving 577 students in grades 5-12, Gamp ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gamp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gamp's student population of 577 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Blue, Green
School Rankings
Gamp ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gamp is 0.73, which is more 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
#68 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
25%
14%
White
40%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Pioneers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gamp's ranking?
Gamp is ranked #68 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gamp often compared to?
Gampis often viewed alongside schools like Masterman Julia R Sec School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gamp?
The graduation rate of Gamp is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gamp?
577 students attend Gamp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Gamp students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gamp?
Gamp has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gamp offer ?
Gamp offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gamp part of?
Gamp is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Gamp located?
Gamp is located in the Girard Estates neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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