The Laura H. Carnell School is a historic elementary school located in the Oxford Circle neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States at 1100 Devereaux Avenue. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia.
Serving 639 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carnell Laura H 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carnell Laura H Sch serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carnell Laura H School's student population of 639 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the students of Laura H. Carnell learning Academy.
School Rankings
Carnell Laura H 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 Carnell Laura H School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2535 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnell Laura H School's ranking?
Carnell Laura H School is ranked #2535 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Carnell Laura H School often compared to?
Carnell Laura H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tacony Academy Charter School, Crossan Kennedy C School, Moore J Hampton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Carnell Laura H School?
639 students attend Carnell Laura H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carnell Laura H School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carnell Laura H School?
Carnell Laura H School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carnell Laura H School offer ?
Carnell Laura H School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carnell Laura H School part of?
Carnell Laura H School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Carnell Laura H School located?
Carnell Laura H School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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