Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Moffet John 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moffet John School serves the southern part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moffet John School's student population of 215 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Moffet John 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 Moffet John School is 0.72, 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
#2146 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
40%
16%
Black
22%
14%
White
26%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moffet John School's ranking?
Moffet John School is ranked #2146 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Moffet John School often compared to?
Moffet John Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ludlow James R School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Moffet John School?
215 students attend Moffet John School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Moffet John School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moffet John School?
Moffet John School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moffet John School offer ?
Moffet John School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moffet John School part of?
Moffet John School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Moffet John School located?
Moffet John School is located in the Olde Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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