Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Widener Memorial 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Widener Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Widener Memorial School's student population of 135 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Positive Thoughts! Positive Statements! Positive Expectations!
School Rankings
Widener Memorial 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 Widener Memorial School is 0.71, 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
#2630 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
45%
14%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Widener Memorial School's ranking?
Widener Memorial School is ranked #2630 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Widener Memorial School often compared to?
Widener Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prince Hall School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Widener Memorial School?
The graduation rate of Widener Memorial School is 50%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Widener Memorial School?
135 students attend Widener Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Widener Memorial School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Widener Memorial School?
Widener Memorial School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Widener Memorial School offer ?
Widener Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Widener Memorial School part of?
Widener Memorial School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Widener Memorial School located?
Widener Memorial 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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