Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Stanton Edwin 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanton Edwin M School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stanton Edwin M School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stanton Edwin 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 Stanton Edwin M School is 0.53, 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
#2282 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
67%
14%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanton Edwin M School's ranking?
Stanton Edwin M School is ranked #2282 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stanton Edwin M School often compared to?
Stanton Edwin M Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Chester A School, Childs George W School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Stanton Edwin M School?
322 students attend Stanton Edwin M School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Stanton Edwin M School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanton Edwin M School?
Stanton Edwin M School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stanton Edwin M School offer ?
Stanton Edwin M School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Stanton Edwin M School part of?
Stanton Edwin M School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Stanton Edwin M School located?
Stanton Edwin M School is located in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Graduate Hospital.
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