Philadelphia Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Elementary School's ranking?
Philadelphia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Philadelphia Elementary School?
470 students attend Philadelphia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Philadelphia Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Elementary School?
Philadelphia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Elementary School offer ?
Philadelphia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Philadelphia Elementary School part of?
Philadelphia Elementary School is part of Philadelphia Public School District.
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