Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bethune Mary Mcleod 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethune Mary Mcleod School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bethune Mary Mcleod School's student population of 478 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethune Mary Mcleod 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 Bethune Mary Mcleod School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2716 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
14%
Black
74%
14%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethune Mary Mcleod School's ranking?
Bethune Mary Mcleod School is ranked #2716 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bethune Mary Mcleod School?
478 students attend Bethune Mary Mcleod School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bethune Mary Mcleod School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethune Mary Mcleod School?
Bethune Mary Mcleod School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethune Mary Mcleod School offer ?
Bethune Mary Mcleod School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bethune Mary Mcleod School part of?
Bethune Mary Mcleod School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethune Mary Mcleod School located?
Bethune Mary Mcleod 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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