Serving 206 students in grades 6-8, Clemente Roberto Middle 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clemente Roberto Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Clemente Roberto Middle School's student population of 206 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clemente Roberto Middle 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 Clemente Roberto Middle School is 0.53, 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
#2662 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
60%
14%
Black
34%
14%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Clemente Roberto Middle School's ranking?
Clemente Roberto Middle School is ranked #2662 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Clemente Roberto Middle School?
206 students attend Clemente Roberto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Clemente Roberto Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clemente Roberto Middle School?
Clemente Roberto Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clemente Roberto Middle School offer ?
Clemente Roberto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clemente Roberto Middle School part of?
Clemente Roberto Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Clemente Roberto Middle School located?
Clemente Roberto Middle 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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