Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fox Chase School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fox Chase School serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most residing within about a mile of its edges.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fox Chase School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fox Chase 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 Fox Chase 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
#1792 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)21.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
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 Fox Chase School's ranking?
Fox Chase School is ranked #1792 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fox Chase School often compared to?
Fox Chase Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossan Kennedy C School, Tacony Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fox Chase School?
507 students attend Fox Chase School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Fox Chase School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fox Chase School?
Fox Chase School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox Chase School offer ?
Fox Chase School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fox Chase School part of?
Fox Chase School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fox Chase School located?
Fox Chase School is located in the Fox Chase neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fox Chase.
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