Kinsey John L School serves 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 22% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 24% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)22%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)24%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
94%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% PA state average).
How many students attend Kinsey John L School?
521 students attend Kinsey John L School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kinsey John L School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kinsey John L School?
Kinsey John L School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kinsey John L School offer ?
Kinsey John L School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kinsey John L School part of?
Kinsey John L School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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