The Bache-Martin Elementary School is a pre-kindergarten to eighth grade school which is located in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia.
Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bache-martin 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 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bache-Martin School serves the southwest part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bache-martin School's student population of 614 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bache-martin 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 Bache-martin School is 0.67, 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
#1976 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
39%
14%
White
40%
60%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Bache-martin Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bache-martin School's ranking?
Bache-martin School is ranked #1976 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bache-martin School often compared to?
Bache-martin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waring Laura W School, Morris Robert School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bache-martin School?
614 students attend Bache-martin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Bache-martin School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bache-martin School?
Bache-martin School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bache-martin School offer ?
Bache-martin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bache-martin School part of?
Bache-martin School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bache-martin School located?
Bache-martin 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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