Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fox Chase 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox Chase School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fox Chase School's student population of 439 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fox Chase 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 Fox Chase School is 0.74, 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
#2075 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
24%
14%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
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 Fox Chase School's ranking?
Fox Chase School is ranked #2075 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fox Chase School often compared to?
Fox Chase Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tacony Charter School, Crossan Kennedy C School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fox Chase School?
439 students attend Fox Chase School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Fox Chase School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fox Chase School?
Fox Chase School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox Chase School offer ?
Fox Chase School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fox Chase School part of?
Fox Chase School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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