Guidon S Bluford Elementary School serves 476 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Guidon S Bluford Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
90%
14%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Guidon S Bluford Elementary School?
476 students attend Guidon S Bluford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Guidon S Bluford Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guidon S Bluford Elementary School?
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Guidon S Bluford Elementary School offer ?
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Guidon S Bluford Elementary School part of?
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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