Serving 602 students in grades 6-8, Harding Warren G 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Warren G Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harding Warren G Middle School's student population of 602 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harding Warren G 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 Harding Warren G Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2602 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
40%
15%
Black
47%
14%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Warren G Middle School's ranking?
Harding Warren G Middle School is ranked #2602 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Harding Warren G Middle School often compared to?
Harding Warren G Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenberg Joseph School by visitors of our site.
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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Harding Warren G Middle School?
602 students attend Harding Warren G Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Harding Warren G Middle School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harding Warren G Middle School?
Harding Warren G Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harding Warren G Middle School offer ?
Harding Warren G Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harding Warren G Middle School part of?
Harding Warren G Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harding Warren G Middle School located?
Harding Warren G Middle School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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