Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Potter-thomas 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 99% 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: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- 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
Potter-thomas 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
Potter-thomas School's student population of 426 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potter-thomas 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 Potter-thomas School is 0.37, which is less 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
#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
n/a
4%
Hispanic
77%
14%
Black
21%
14%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potter-thomas School's ranking?
Potter-thomas School is ranked #1145 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 Potter-thomas School?
426 students attend Potter-thomas School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Potter-thomas School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potter-thomas School?
Potter-thomas School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Potter-thomas School offer ?
Potter-thomas School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Potter-thomas School part of?
Potter-thomas School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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