Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mccall Gen George A School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccall Gen George A School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mccall Gen George A School's student population of 628 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mccall Gen George A School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccall Gen George A School is 0.68, 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
#321 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
48%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
27%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
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 Mccall Gen George A School's ranking?
Mccall Gen George A School is ranked #321 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mccall Gen George A School often compared to?
Mccall Gen George A Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meredith William M School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mccall Gen George A School?
628 students attend Mccall Gen George A School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Mccall Gen George A School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccall Gen George A School?
Mccall Gen George A School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mccall Gen George A School offer ?
Mccall Gen George A School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mccall Gen George A School part of?
Mccall Gen George A School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccall Gen George A School located?
Mccall Gen George A School is located in the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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