Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Taggart John H 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 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taggart John H School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Taggart John H School's student population of 524 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Taggart John H 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 Taggart John H School is 0.67, 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
#2221 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
5%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
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 Taggart John H School's ranking?
Taggart John H School is ranked #2221 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Taggart John H School often compared to?
Taggart John H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharswood George School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Taggart John H School?
524 students attend Taggart John H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Taggart John H School students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taggart John H School?
Taggart John H School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Taggart John H School offer ?
Taggart John H School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taggart John H School part of?
Taggart John H School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Taggart John H School located?
Taggart John H 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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