Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Spring Garden 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Garden School serves the southern part of its school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Garden School's student population of 235 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Garden 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 Spring Garden School is 0.55, 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
#2488 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Garden School's ranking?
Spring Garden School is ranked #2488 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Spring Garden School often compared to?
Spring Garden Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kearny Gen Philip School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Spring Garden School?
235 students attend Spring Garden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Spring Garden School students are Black, 47% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Garden School?
Spring Garden School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Garden School offer ?
Spring Garden School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Garden School part of?
Spring Garden School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Garden School located?
Spring Garden School is located in the West Poplar neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Poplar.
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