Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morris Robert 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Robert School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Morris Robert School's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morris Robert 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 Morris Robert School is 0.28, 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
#2424 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
84%
14%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Robert School's ranking?
Morris Robert School is ranked #2424 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Morris Robert School often compared to?
Morris Robert Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bache-martin School, Russell Byers Charter School 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Morris Robert School?
200 students attend Morris Robert School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Morris Robert School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morris Robert School?
Morris Robert School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morris Robert School offer ?
Morris Robert School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morris Robert School part of?
Morris Robert School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Morris Robert School located?
Morris Robert School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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