Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Patterson John M 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 15-19% (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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson John M School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Patterson John M School's student population of 404 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patterson John M 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 Patterson John M School is 0.30, 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
#2351 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
83%
14%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson John M School's ranking?
Patterson John M School is ranked #2351 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Patterson John M School often compared to?
Patterson John M Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catharine Joseph School, Morton Thomas G School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Patterson John M School?
404 students attend Patterson John M School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Patterson John M School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson John M School?
Patterson John M School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Patterson John M School offer ?
Patterson John M School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Patterson John M School part of?
Patterson John M School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Patterson John M School located?
Patterson John M School is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Elmwood Park.
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