Barton Clara School serves 490 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Attendance Zone: Barton Clara School serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barton Clara School's student population of 490 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Barton Clara School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
74%
16%
Black
19%
14%
White
4%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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
How many students attend Barton Clara School?
490 students attend Barton Clara School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Barton Clara School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barton Clara School?
Barton Clara School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barton Clara School offer ?
Barton Clara School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barton Clara School part of?
Barton Clara School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Barton Clara School located?
Barton Clara 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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