John B Stetson Middle School

John B Stetson Middle School serves 554 students in grades 5-8. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : ≤1% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

John B Stetson Middle School's student population of 554 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of John B Stetson Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
≤1%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
76%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend John B Stetson Middle School?
554 students attend John B Stetson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of John B Stetson Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John B Stetson Middle School?
John B Stetson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does John B Stetson Middle School offer ?
John B Stetson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is John B Stetson Middle School part of?
John B Stetson Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : ≤1% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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