Serving 830 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Allen Ethan 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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- 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
Allen Ethan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Allen Ethan School's student population of 830 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Allen Ethan 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 Allen Ethan School is 0.68, which is more 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
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
48%
14%
Black
27%
14%
White
11%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
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 Allen Ethan School's ranking?
Allen Ethan School is ranked #1145 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
<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 Allen Ethan School?
830 students attend Allen Ethan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Allen Ethan School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 15:1, 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
What school district is Allen Ethan School part of?
Allen Ethan School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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