Serving 1,688 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mayfair 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayfair School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mayfair School's student population of 1,688 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
School Rankings
Mayfair 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 Mayfair School is 0.71, 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
#2188 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
41%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
22%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
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 Mayfair School's ranking?
Mayfair School is ranked #2188 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mayfair School often compared to?
Mayfair Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solis-cohen Solomon School, Allen Ethan School, Spruance Gilbert 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 36% PA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mayfair School?
1,688 students attend Mayfair School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mayfair School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayfair School?
Mayfair School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mayfair School offer ?
Mayfair School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mayfair School part of?
Mayfair School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mayfair School located?
Mayfair School is located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Mayfair.
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