Serving 708 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Olney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Olney Elementary School's student population of 708 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olney Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2479 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
42%
14%
Black
41%
14%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olney Elementary School's ranking?
Olney Elementary School is ranked #2479 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Olney Elementary School?
708 students attend Olney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Olney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olney Elementary School?
Olney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olney Elementary School offer ?
Olney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Olney Elementary School part of?
Olney Elementary School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Olney Elementary School located?
Olney Elementary School is located in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olney.
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