Emlen Elementary School, formerly Eleanor Cope Emlen School of Practice, is an historic elementary school located in the Mount Airy neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emlen Eleanor C 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emlen Eleanor C School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Emlen Eleanor C School's student population of 326 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Emlen Eleanor C 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 Emlen Eleanor C School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2333 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
86%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emlen Eleanor C School's ranking?
Emlen Eleanor C School is ranked #2333 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Emlen Eleanor C School often compared to?
Emlen Eleanor C Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houston Henry E School, John Story Jenks Academy For The Arts And Sciences 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 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Emlen Eleanor C School?
326 students attend Emlen Eleanor C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Emlen Eleanor C School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emlen Eleanor C School?
Emlen Eleanor C School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emlen Eleanor C School offer ?
Emlen Eleanor C School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emlen Eleanor C School part of?
Emlen Eleanor C School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Emlen Eleanor C School located?
Emlen Eleanor C School is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 11 other public schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.
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