Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Overbrook Edu Center 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 99% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Overbrook Edu Ctr's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering approximately 142.7 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the nearest edge, extending up to 18.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Overbrook Edu Center's student population of 259 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overbrook Edu Center 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 Overbrook Edu Center is 0.13, 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
#2193 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Grey, Black, White
School Mascot
Jags
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overbrook Edu Center's ranking?
Overbrook Edu Center is ranked #2193 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Overbrook Edu Center often compared to?
Overbrook Edu Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Overbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Overbrook Edu Center?
259 students attend Overbrook Edu Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Overbrook Edu Center students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overbrook Edu Center?
Overbrook Edu Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overbrook Edu Center offer ?
Overbrook Edu Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overbrook Edu Center part of?
Overbrook Edu Center is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Overbrook Edu Center located?
Overbrook Edu Center is located in the Carroll Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Carroll Park.
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