Serving 713 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Disston Hamilton 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Disston Hamilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Disston Hamilton School's student population of 713 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Disston Hamilton 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 Disston Hamilton School is 0.67, 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
#2597 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
46%
14%
Black
32%
14%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Disston Hamilton School's ranking?
Disston Hamilton School is ranked #2597 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Disston Hamilton School often compared to?
Disston Hamilton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair School, Keystone Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
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 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Disston Hamilton School?
713 students attend Disston Hamilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Disston Hamilton School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Disston Hamilton School?
Disston Hamilton School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Disston Hamilton School offer ?
Disston Hamilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Disston Hamilton School part of?
Disston Hamilton School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Disston Hamilton School located?
Disston Hamilton School is located in the Tacony neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tacony.
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