Serving 400 students in grades 5-8, Washington Grover Jr 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Grover Jr Sch serves the northern part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance to the zone's edge of about 0.8 miles and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Grover Jr School's student population of 400 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Washington Grover Jr 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 Washington Grover Jr School is 0.50, 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
#2476 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
68%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
1%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Grover Jr School's ranking?
Washington Grover Jr School is ranked #2476 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Washington Grover Jr School?
400 students attend Washington Grover Jr School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Washington Grover Jr School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Grover Jr School?
Washington Grover Jr School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Grover Jr School offer ?
Washington Grover Jr School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Grover Jr School part of?
Washington Grover Jr School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Grover Jr School located?
Washington Grover Jr School is located in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olney.
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