Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dick William 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dick William School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dick William School's student population of 356 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dick William 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 Dick William 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
#2688 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
92%
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)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dick William School's ranking?
Dick William School is ranked #2688 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dick William School?
356 students attend Dick William School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dick William School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dick William School?
Dick William School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dick William School offer ?
Dick William School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dick William School part of?
Dick William School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dick William School located?
Dick William 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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