Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Duckrey Tanner 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Duckrey Tanner School serves the southwest part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duckrey Tanner School's student population of 418 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duckrey Tanner 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 Duckrey Tanner School is 0.15, 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
#2626 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
92%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duckrey Tanner School's ranking?
Duckrey Tanner School is ranked #2626 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Duckrey Tanner School?
418 students attend Duckrey Tanner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Duckrey Tanner School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duckrey Tanner School?
Duckrey Tanner School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Duckrey Tanner School offer ?
Duckrey Tanner School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duckrey Tanner School part of?
Duckrey Tanner School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Duckrey Tanner School located?
Duckrey Tanner 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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