Ethan Allen School is a K–8 school which is located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia.
Serving 957 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Allen Ethan 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allen Ethan School's student population of 957 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
957 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allen Ethan 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 Allen Ethan School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2486 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
53%
16%
Black
21%
14%
White
14%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Ethan School's ranking?
Allen Ethan School is ranked #2486 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Allen Ethan School often compared to?
Allen Ethan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair School, Spruance Gilbert 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 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Allen Ethan School?
957 students attend Allen Ethan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Allen Ethan School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Ethan School?
Allen Ethan School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Allen Ethan School offer ?
Allen Ethan School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Ethan School part of?
Allen Ethan School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Allen Ethan School located?
Allen Ethan School is located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Mayfair.
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