John B Stetson Middle School serves 554 students in grades 5-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John B Stetson Middle School's student population of 554 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of John B Stetson Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
76%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend John B Stetson Middle School?
554 students attend John B Stetson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of John B Stetson Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John B Stetson Middle School?
John B Stetson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does John B Stetson Middle School offer ?
John B Stetson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is John B Stetson Middle School part of?
John B Stetson Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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