Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Girard Stephen School ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Girard Stephen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Girard Stephen School's student population of 316 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Girard Stephen School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Girard Stephen School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1145 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
63%
14%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
7%
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 Girard Stephen School's ranking?
Girard Stephen School is ranked #1145 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Girard Stephen School often compared to?
Girard Stephen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bregy F Amedee School, Meredith William M School, Houston Henry E School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Girard Stephen School?
316 students attend Girard Stephen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Girard Stephen School students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Girard Stephen School?
Girard Stephen School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Girard Stephen School offer ?
Girard Stephen School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Girard Stephen School part of?
Girard Stephen School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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