Serving 332 students in grades 5-8, Tilden William T Middle 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 98% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tilden William T Middle School's student population of 332 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tilden William T Middle 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 Tilden William T Middle School is 0.42, 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
#2647 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
75%
14%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tilden William T Middle School's ranking?
Tilden William T Middle School is ranked #2647 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tilden William T Middle School?
332 students attend Tilden William T Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Tilden William T Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Tilden William T Middle School?
Tilden William T Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tilden William T Middle School offer ?
Tilden William T Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Tilden William T Middle School part of?
Tilden William T Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Tilden William T Middle School located?
Tilden William T Middle 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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