Serving 572 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Penn Alexander School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Alexander School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Penn Alexander School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penn Alexander School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Alexander School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
14%
14%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Alexander School's ranking?
Penn Alexander School is ranked #116 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Alexander School often compared to?
Penn Alexander Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lea Henry C School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Alexander School?
572 students attend Penn Alexander School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Penn Alexander School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Alexander School?
Penn Alexander School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Alexander School offer ?
Penn Alexander School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Penn Alexander School part of?
Penn Alexander School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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