Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lea Henry C 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 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lea Henry C Sch serves a 0.2 square mile area in the southwest part of Philadelphia, PA, with most residents typically located within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge of the zone approximately 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lea Henry C School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1914
School Rankings
Lea Henry C 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 Lea Henry C School is 0.64, 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
#2242 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
56%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
12%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
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 Lea Henry C School's ranking?
Lea Henry C School is ranked #2242 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lea Henry C School often compared to?
Lea Henry C Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Alexander School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lea Henry C School?
503 students attend Lea Henry C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lea Henry C School students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lea Henry C School?
Lea Henry C School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lea Henry C School offer ?
Lea Henry C School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lea Henry C School part of?
Lea Henry C School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lea Henry C School located?
Lea Henry C School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I had a wonderful and joyous education at Lea school, from 1947 to 1954. I cherish the memories that I have. Now, I am an adjunct professor of reading and writing and esl at St Petersburg College. I look at the testing scores and wish I were there to teach those kids Alas, at 80 years old, with 2 Master's degrees, no school department would hire me. I wish you well with the students. They are my heart.
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