Wanamaker John Middle School (Closed 2006)

Wanamaker John Middle School serves 102 students in grades 8-9. 
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
5 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (PA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
83%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Wanamaker John Middle School?
102 students attend Wanamaker John Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wanamaker John Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Wanamaker John Middle School offer ?
Wanamaker John Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9
What school district is Wanamaker John Middle School part of?
Wanamaker John Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.

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