Mccloskey John F School

8500 Pickering St
Philadelphia, PA 19150
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Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mccloskey John F 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 228 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : McCloskey John F Sch serves the northwest part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mccloskey John F School's student population of 228 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Mccloskey John F 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 Mccloskey John F School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2528 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

6-9%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

25%
55%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
3%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
96%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
1%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.08

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
35.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%

Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mccloskey John F School's ranking?
Mccloskey John F School is ranked #2528 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mccloskey John F School?
228 students attend Mccloskey John F School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mccloskey John F School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccloskey John F School?
Mccloskey John F School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mccloskey John F School offer ?
Mccloskey John F School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccloskey John F School part of?
Mccloskey John F School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccloskey John F School located?
Mccloskey John F School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 228 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : McCloskey John F Sch serves the northwest part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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