Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Locke Alain 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locke Alain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Locke Alain School's student population of 282 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locke Alain 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 Locke Alain School is 0.39, 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
#2514 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
77%
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 (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locke Alain School's ranking?
Locke Alain School is ranked #2514 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Locke Alain School?
282 students attend Locke Alain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Locke Alain School students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locke Alain School?
Locke Alain School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Locke Alain School offer ?
Locke Alain School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Locke Alain School part of?
Locke Alain School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Locke Alain School located?
Locke Alain School is located in the West Powelton neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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