Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Morrison Andrew J 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morrison Andrew J Sch serves the northern part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morrison Andrew J School's student population of 508 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morrison Andrew J 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 Morrison Andrew J School is 0.57, 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
#2576 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
45%
16%
Black
48%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrison Andrew J School's ranking?
Morrison Andrew J School is ranked #2576 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Morrison Andrew J School often compared to?
Morrison Andrew J Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Thurgood, Franklin Benjamin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Morrison Andrew J School?
508 students attend Morrison Andrew J School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Morrison Andrew J School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morrison Andrew J School?
Morrison Andrew J School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morrison Andrew J School offer ?
Morrison Andrew J School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morrison Andrew J School part of?
Morrison Andrew J School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Morrison Andrew J School located?
Morrison Andrew J School is located in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olney.
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