Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ellwood 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellwood School serves the northern part of its school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellwood School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Seen In Green
School Rankings
Ellwood 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 Ellwood School is 0.22, 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
#2448 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
88%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)30.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellwood School's ranking?
Ellwood School is ranked #2448 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ellwood School often compared to?
Ellwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rowen William School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ellwood School?
292 students attend Ellwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ellwood School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellwood School?
Ellwood School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellwood School offer ?
Ellwood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellwood School part of?
Ellwood School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellwood School located?
Ellwood School is located in the Oak Lane And East Oak Lane neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Lane And East Oak Lane.
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