Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Penn Alexander School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Alexander School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Penn Alexander School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Penn Alexander School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Alexander School is 0.70, 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
#192 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
46%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
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 Penn Alexander School's ranking?
Penn Alexander School is ranked #192 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Alexander School often compared to?
Penn Alexander Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lea Henry C School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Alexander School?
583 students attend Penn Alexander School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Penn Alexander School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Alexander School?
Penn Alexander School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Alexander School offer ?
Penn Alexander School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Penn Alexander School part of?
Penn Alexander School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Penn Alexander School located?
Penn Alexander School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
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