Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emlen Eleanor C 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emlen Eleanor C School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emlen Eleanor C School's student population of 293 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emlen Eleanor C School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emlen Eleanor C School is 0.24, 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
#2376 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
87%
14%
White
n/a
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)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emlen Eleanor C School's ranking?
Emlen Eleanor C School is ranked #2376 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Emlen Eleanor C School often compared to?
Emlen Eleanor C Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Story Jenks For The Arts An, Houston Henry E 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 36% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Emlen Eleanor C School?
293 students attend Emlen Eleanor C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Emlen Eleanor C School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emlen Eleanor C School?
Emlen Eleanor C School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emlen Eleanor C School offer ?
Emlen Eleanor C School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Emlen Eleanor C School part of?
Emlen Eleanor C School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Emlen Eleanor C School located?
Emlen Eleanor C School is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 11 other public schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.
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