Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rhoads James 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 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rhoads James School serves the southwest part of Philadelphia, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rhoads James School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rhoads James 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 Rhoads James School is 0.10, 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
#2580 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhoads James School's ranking?
Rhoads James School is ranked #2580 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Rhoads James School often compared to?
Rhoads James Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steel Edward School, Day Anna B School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rhoads James School?
421 students attend Rhoads James School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rhoads James School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rhoads James School?
Rhoads James School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rhoads James School offer ?
Rhoads James School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rhoads James School part of?
Rhoads James School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rhoads James School located?
Rhoads James School is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
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