Serving 550 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle 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 5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS serves the south part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an approximate area of 0.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School's student population of 550 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle 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 Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2676 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
84%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School is ranked #2676 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School?
550 students attend Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School?
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School offer ?
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School part of?
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle School located?
Deburgos Bilingual Magnet Middle 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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