Guidon S Bluford Elementary School serves 531 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Guidon S Bluford Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
93%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Guidon S Bluford Elementary School?
531 students attend Guidon S Bluford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Guidon S Bluford Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guidon S Bluford Elementary School?
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Guidon S Bluford Elementary School offer ?
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Guidon S Bluford Elementary School part of?
Guidon S Bluford Elementary School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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