Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brown Henry A 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Henry A School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Brown Henry A School's student population of 313 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brown Henry A 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 Brown Henry A School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2159 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
54%
14%
Black
15%
14%
White
16%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 Brown Henry A School's ranking?
Brown Henry A School is ranked #2159 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Brown Henry A School often compared to?
Brown Henry A Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adaire Alexander School, Hackett Horatio B School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brown Henry A School?
313 students attend Brown Henry A School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brown Henry A School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown Henry A School?
Brown Henry A School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown Henry A School offer ?
Brown Henry A School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brown Henry A School part of?
Brown Henry A School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Brown Henry A School located?
Brown Henry A School is located in the East Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Kensington.
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