Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kelley William D 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelley William D School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kelley William D School's student population of 227 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
227 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Kelley William D 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 Kelley William D School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2514 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%

Hispanic
7%
15%

Black
92%
14%

White
n/a
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelley William D School's ranking?
Kelley William D School is ranked #2514 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kelley William D School?
227 students attend Kelley William D School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kelley William D School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelley William D School?
Kelley William D School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kelley William D School offer ?
Kelley William D School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kelley William D School part of?
Kelley William D School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kelley William D School located?
Kelley William D School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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