Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ziegler William H 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 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ziegler William H Sch serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ziegler William H School's student population of 522 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ziegler William H 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 Ziegler William H 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
#2531 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)35.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Ziegler Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ziegler William H School's ranking?
Ziegler William H School is ranked #2531 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ziegler William H School often compared to?
Ziegler William H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sullivan James J School, Spruance Gilbert School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ziegler William H School?
522 students attend Ziegler William H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ziegler William H School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ziegler William H School?
Ziegler William H School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ziegler William H School offer ?
Ziegler William H School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ziegler William H School part of?
Ziegler William H School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ziegler William H School located?
Ziegler William H School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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