Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cramp William 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cramp William School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cramp William School's student population of 378 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cramp William 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 Cramp William School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2592 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
81%
15%
Black
17%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cramp William School's ranking?
Cramp William School is ranked #2592 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cramp William School often compared to?
Cramp William Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley William School, Hackett Horatio B School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cramp William School?
378 students attend Cramp William School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Cramp William School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cramp William School?
Cramp William School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cramp William School offer ?
Cramp William School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cramp William School part of?
Cramp William School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cramp William School located?
Cramp William 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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