Serving 1,483 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank Anne School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Anne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frank Anne School's student population of 1,483 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Motto
Working, striving every day to do the best we can.
School Rankings
Frank Anne School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank Anne School is 0.70, 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
#955 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
5%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
12%
14%
White
40%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Anne School's ranking?
Frank Anne School is ranked #955 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Frank Anne School often compared to?
Frank Anne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenberg Joseph School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Frank Anne School?
1,483 students attend Frank Anne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Frank Anne School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank Anne School?
Frank Anne School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frank Anne School offer ?
Frank Anne School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank Anne School part of?
Frank Anne School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank Anne School located?
Frank Anne School is located in the Bustleton neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Bustleton.
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