Serving 1,263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loesche William H School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loesche William H Sch serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loesche William H School's student population of 1,263 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Loesche Learners are Leaders!
School Rankings
Loesche William H 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 Loesche William H School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1464 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)13.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loesche William H School's ranking?
Loesche William H School is ranked #1464 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Loesche William H School often compared to?
Loesche William H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Comly Watson School, Frank Anne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Loesche William H School?
1,263 students attend Loesche William H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Loesche William H School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loesche William H School?
Loesche William H School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loesche William H School offer ?
Loesche William H School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loesche William H School part of?
Loesche William H School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Loesche William H School located?
Loesche William H 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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