Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Day Anna B 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Day Anna B School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Day Anna B School's student population of 394 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Day Anna B 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 Day Anna B School is 0.15, 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
#2578 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
92%
14%
White
n/a
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)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Day Anna B School's ranking?
Day Anna B School is ranked #2578 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Day Anna B School often compared to?
Day Anna B Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steel Edward School, Rhoads James School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Day Anna B School?
394 students attend Day Anna B School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Day Anna B School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Day Anna B School?
Day Anna B School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Day Anna B School offer ?
Day Anna B School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Day Anna B School part of?
Day Anna B School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Day Anna B School located?
Day Anna B School is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 11 other public schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.
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