Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Finletter Thomas K 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 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Finletter Thomas K School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Finletter Thomas K School's student population of 616 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Finletter Thomas K 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 Finletter Thomas K School is 0.48, 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
#2360 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
70%
14%
White
1%
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 (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finletter Thomas K School's ranking?
Finletter Thomas K School is ranked #2360 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Finletter Thomas K School often compared to?
Finletter Thomas K Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Benjamin School, Lowell James R School, Universal Creighton Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Finletter Thomas K School?
616 students attend Finletter Thomas K School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Finletter Thomas K School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Finletter Thomas K School?
Finletter Thomas K School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Finletter Thomas K School offer ?
Finletter Thomas K School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Finletter Thomas K School part of?
Finletter Thomas K School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Finletter Thomas K School located?
Finletter Thomas K School is located in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olney.
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