Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ardmore Avenue 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 30-34% (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 91% 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-6
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardmore Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ardmore Avenue School's student population of 517 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ardmore Avenue 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 Ardmore Avenue School is 0.46, 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
#2113 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
72%
14%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
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 Ardmore Avenue School's ranking?
Ardmore Avenue School is ranked #2113 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ardmore Avenue School often compared to?
Ardmore Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Avenue 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ardmore Avenue School?
517 students attend Ardmore Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ardmore Avenue School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardmore Avenue School?
Ardmore Avenue School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ardmore Avenue School offer ?
Ardmore Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ardmore Avenue School part of?
Ardmore Avenue School is part of William Penn SD School District.
School Reviews
2 11/9/2010
The administration and, in particular, the principal of Ardmore Avenue is not the best. They have absolutely no compassion for the children and their feelings, unfortunately, in our experience with them.
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