Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Disston Hamilton 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Disston Hamilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Disston Hamilton School's student population of 711 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Disston Hamilton 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 Disston Hamilton School is 0.68, 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
#2455 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
37%
14%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Disston Hamilton School's ranking?
Disston Hamilton School is ranked #2455 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Disston Hamilton School often compared to?
Disston Hamilton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair School, Keystone Charter School, Allen Ethan School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Disston Hamilton School?
711 students attend Disston Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Disston Hamilton School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Disston Hamilton School?
Disston Hamilton School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Disston Hamilton School offer ?
Disston Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Disston Hamilton School part of?
Disston Hamilton School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Disston Hamilton School located?
Disston Hamilton School is located in the Tacony neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tacony.
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