Serving 1,187 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Farrell Louis 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farrell Louis H Sch serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farrell Louis H School's student population of 1,187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,187 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide a strong educational environment, which enhances self-esteem, embraces diversity, develops respect for others and instills in students a life-long love of learning.
School Rankings
Farrell Louis 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 Farrell Louis H School is 0.75, which is more 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
#2136 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)27.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
hunter green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farrell Louis H School's ranking?
Farrell Louis H School is ranked #2136 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Farrell Louis H School often compared to?
Farrell Louis H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rhawnhurst School, Pollock Robert B School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Farrell Louis H School?
1,187 students attend Farrell Louis H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Farrell Louis H School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farrell Louis H School?
Farrell Louis H School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farrell Louis H School offer ?
Farrell Louis H School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farrell Louis H School part of?
Farrell Louis H School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Farrell Louis H School located?
Farrell Louis 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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