Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Meade Gen George 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meade Gen George C Sch serves the southwest part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meade Gen George C School's student population of 314 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Meade Gen George 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 Meade Gen George C School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2666 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
87%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
60%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
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)51%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meade Gen George C School's ranking?
Meade Gen George C School is ranked #2666 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 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Meade Gen George C School?
314 students attend Meade Gen George C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Meade Gen George C School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meade Gen George C School?
Meade Gen George C School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meade Gen George C School offer ?
Meade Gen George C School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meade Gen George C School part of?
Meade Gen George C School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Meade Gen George C School located?
Meade Gen George C 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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