Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Steel Edward 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steel Edward School serves the northwest area of Philadelphia, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steel Edward School's student population of 379 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1920
School Rankings
Steel Edward 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 Steel Edward School is 0.24, 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
#2732 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steel Edward School's ranking?
Steel Edward School is ranked #2732 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Steel Edward School often compared to?
Steel Edward Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rhoads James School, Day Anna B School, Lewis C Cassidy Academics Plus School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Steel Edward School?
379 students attend Steel Edward School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Steel Edward School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steel Edward School?
Steel Edward School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steel Edward School offer ?
Steel Edward School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steel Edward School part of?
Steel Edward School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Steel Edward School located?
Steel Edward School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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