Eliza Butler Kirkbride School is a Kâ8 school located in the Passyunk Square neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a part of the School District of Philadelphia. The historic school building was designed by Irwin T. Catharine and built in 1925â1926.
Serving 504 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 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkbride Eliza B School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kirkbride Eliza B School's student population of 504 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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 0.65, which is more 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
#2024 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
53%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirkbride Eliza B School's ranking?
Kirkbride Eliza B School is ranked #2024 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 Fanny Jackson Coppin School, Nebinger George W School, Meredith William M School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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?
504 students attend Kirkbride Eliza B School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kirkbride Eliza B School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 5% 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 12:1, which is lower 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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