Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stearne Allen M 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stearne Allen M School's student population of 372 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Stearne Allen M 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 Stearne Allen M School is 0.59, 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
#2724 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
41%
16%
Black
49%
14%
White
4%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
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 Stearne Allen M School's ranking?
Stearne Allen M School is ranked #2724 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stearne Allen M School often compared to?
Stearne Allen M Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkinson Francis School, Sullivan James J School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Stearne Allen M School?
372 students attend Stearne Allen M School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Stearne Allen M School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stearne Allen M School?
Stearne Allen M School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stearne Allen M School offer ?
Stearne Allen M School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stearne Allen M School part of?
Stearne Allen M School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Stearne Allen M School located?
Stearne Allen M School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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