Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Steel Edward 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steel Edward School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Steel Edward School's student population of 381 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Steel Edward 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 Steel Edward School is 0.15, 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
#2412 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
92%
14%
White
n/a
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)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steel Edward School's ranking?
Steel Edward School is ranked #2412 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Steel Edward School often compared to?
Steel Edward Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rhoads James School, Day Anna B School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Steel Edward School?
381 students attend Steel Edward School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Steel Edward School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steel Edward School?
Steel Edward School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steel Edward School offer ?
Steel Edward School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Steel Edward School part of?
Steel Edward School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Steel Edward School located?
Steel Edward School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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