D. Newlin Fell School is a public elementary school located in the East Oregon neighborhood of South Philadelphia. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia, and shares a site with the George C. Thomas Junior High School.
Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Fell D Newlin 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fell D Newlin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fell D Newlin School's student population of 534 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Fell D Newlin 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 Fell D Newlin School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1891 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
5%
Hispanic
38%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
21%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
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 Fell D Newlin School's ranking?
Fell D Newlin School is ranked #1891 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fell D Newlin School often compared to?
Fell D Newlin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jenks Abram School, Mastery Cs -thomas Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fell D Newlin School?
534 students attend Fell D Newlin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Fell D Newlin School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fell D Newlin School?
Fell D Newlin School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fell D Newlin School offer ?
Fell D Newlin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fell D Newlin School part of?
Fell D Newlin School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fell D Newlin School located?
Fell D Newlin School is located in the South Philadelphia East neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in South Philadelphia East.
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