Serving 1,012 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Loesche William H School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loesche William H School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Loesche William H School's student population of 1,012 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Loesche William H 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 Loesche William H School is 0.63, 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
#1574 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
48%
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 (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loesche William H School's ranking?
Loesche William H School is ranked #1574 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Loesche William H School often compared to?
Loesche William H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Comly Watson School, Frank Anne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Loesche William H School?
1,012 students attend Loesche William H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Loesche William H School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loesche William H School?
Loesche William H School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loesche William H School offer ?
Loesche William H School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Loesche William H School part of?
Loesche William H School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Loesche William H School located?
Loesche William H School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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