Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kirkbride Eliza B 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirkbride Eliza B Sch serves the southern part of its school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirkbride Eliza B School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kirkbride Eliza B 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 Kirkbride Eliza B School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2017 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirkbride Eliza B School's ranking?
Kirkbride Eliza B School is ranked #2017 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kirkbride Eliza B School often compared to?
Kirkbride Eliza B Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nebinger George W School, Fanny Jackson Coppin School, Vare-washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kirkbride Eliza B School?
522 students attend Kirkbride Eliza B School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kirkbride Eliza B School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirkbride Eliza B School?
Kirkbride Eliza B School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kirkbride Eliza B School offer ?
Kirkbride Eliza B School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirkbride Eliza B School part of?
Kirkbride Eliza B School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirkbride Eliza B School located?
Kirkbride Eliza B School is located in the South Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Philadelphia.
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