Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Shawmont 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 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawmont School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Shawmont Elementary School is to provide an outstanding public school education for students.
School Rankings
Shawmont 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 Shawmont School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1892 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
50%
14%
White
26%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawmont School's ranking?
Shawmont School is ranked #1892 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shawmont School often compared to?
Shawmont Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Woods Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shawmont School?
471 students attend Shawmont School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Shawmont School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawmont School?
Shawmont School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shawmont School offer ?
Shawmont School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawmont School part of?
Shawmont School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Shawmont School located?
Shawmont School is located in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Roxborough.
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