Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sullivan James J 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 9% (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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sullivan James J Sch serves the eastern part of Philadelphia, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sullivan James J School's student population of 373 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Scholar. Every Day. In Every Classroom, WE WILL SUCCEED!
School Rankings
Sullivan James J 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 Sullivan James J School is 0.63, 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
#2636 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivan James J School's ranking?
Sullivan James J School is ranked #2636 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sullivan James J School often compared to?
Sullivan James J Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton Henry W School, Stearne Allen M School, Ziegler William H School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% 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 Sullivan James J School?
373 students attend Sullivan James J School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sullivan James J School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sullivan James J School?
Sullivan James J School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sullivan James J School offer ?
Sullivan James J School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sullivan James J School part of?
Sullivan James J School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sullivan James J School located?
Sullivan James J School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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