Serving 745 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Greenberg Joseph School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenberg Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenberg Joseph School's student population of 745 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenberg Joseph School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenberg Joseph School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenberg Joseph School's ranking?
Greenberg Joseph School is ranked #648 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greenberg Joseph School often compared to?
Greenberg Joseph Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Anne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greenberg Joseph School?
745 students attend Greenberg Joseph School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Greenberg Joseph School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenberg Joseph School?
Greenberg Joseph School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenberg Joseph School offer ?
Greenberg Joseph School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Greenberg Joseph School part of?
Greenberg Joseph School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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