Serving 847 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fitzpatrick Aloysius L 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 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L 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 Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2178 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
27%
14%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School's ranking?
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School is ranked #2178 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School often compared to?
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur Stephen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School?
847 students attend Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School?
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School offer ?
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School part of?
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School located?
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L School is located in the Millbrook neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Millbrook.
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