Wanamaker John Middle School serves 102 students in grades 8-9.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
83%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Philadelphia City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wanamaker John Middle School?
102 students attend Wanamaker John Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wanamaker John Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Wanamaker John Middle School offer ?
Wanamaker John Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9
What school district is Wanamaker John Middle School part of?
Wanamaker John Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
Recent Articles
Multilingual Learner Growth Models & Accountability
Learn how multilingual learner growth models are reshaping school accountability systems and what it means for public schools in 2026.
School-Based Health Clinics: Funding, Billing, and Student Access
Learn how school-based health clinics are funded, how billing works, and how students access care in public schools.
Outdoor Learning in Urban Schools: Forest School Programs
Explore how urban districts adopt outdoor learning and forest school programs to boost student engagement, well-being, and academic success.
