Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Meredith William M School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meredith William M School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meredith William M School's student population of 518 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meredith William M School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meredith William M School is 0.59, 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
#203 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
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 Meredith William M School's ranking?
Meredith William M School is ranked #203 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Meredith William M School often compared to?
Meredith William M Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccall Gen George A School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Meredith William M School?
518 students attend Meredith William M School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Meredith William M School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meredith William M School?
Meredith William M School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meredith William M School offer ?
Meredith William M School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Meredith William M School part of?
Meredith William M School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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