Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lawton Henry W 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 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 89% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawton Henry W School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lawton Henry W School's student population of 567 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It takes a village.
School Rankings
Lawton Henry W 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 Lawton Henry W School is 0.66, 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
#2414 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
46%
15%
Black
34%
14%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawton Henry W School's ranking?
Lawton Henry W School is ranked #2414 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lawton Henry W School often compared to?
Lawton Henry W Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mastery Cs-smedley Campus, Sullivan James J School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lawton Henry W School?
567 students attend Lawton Henry W School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lawton Henry W School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawton Henry W School?
Lawton Henry W School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawton Henry W School offer ?
Lawton Henry W School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawton Henry W School part of?
Lawton Henry W School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawton Henry W School located?
Lawton Henry W School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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