Below Average
#2292 of 2,846 schools in PA
Allen Dr Ethel Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
3200 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,292 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#152 of 300
public schools
In district
#110 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Allen Dr Ethel Sch
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About Allen Dr Ethel Sch
Allen Dr Ethel Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Allen Dr Ethel Sch serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Allen Dr Ethel Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,292 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Allen Dr Ethel Sch show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Allen Dr Ethel Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
63% of students at Allen Dr Ethel Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Allen Dr Ethel Sch — Students at Allen Dr Ethel Sch score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 42 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Allen Dr Ethel Sch Compares
See how Allen Dr Ethel Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3200 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allen Dr Ethel Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SMART CENTER ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mifflin Thomas Sch (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Strawberry Mansion HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SMART CENTER ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Blaine James G Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Gideon Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| REVOLUTION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | — |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Kelley William D Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Wissahickon CS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,974
Median Home Value
$73,000
Median Rent
$1,055/mo
Population
31,627
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
38.8
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| Chambers Hill El Sch Harrisburg, PA | 4.6 |
| Ferndale El Sch Johnstown, PA | 4.6 |
| Frances Willard #32 Scranton, PA | 4.6 |
| Indian Valley El Sch Reedsville, PA | 4.6 |
| J M Hill El Sch East Stroudsburg, PA | 4.6 |
| Line Mountain El Sch Trevorton, PA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allen Dr Ethel Sch
What grades does Allen Dr Ethel Sch serve?
Allen Dr Ethel Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Allen Dr Ethel Sch?
Allen Dr Ethel Sch has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allen Dr Ethel Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Allen Dr Ethel Sch is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Allen Dr Ethel Sch rank in PA?
Allen Dr Ethel Sch ranks #2,292 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Allen Dr Ethel Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Allen Dr Ethel Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Allen Dr Ethel Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Allen Dr Ethel Sch has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Allen Dr Ethel Sch a charter school?
No, Allen Dr Ethel Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Allen Dr Ethel Sch a Title I school?
No, Allen Dr Ethel Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Allen Dr Ethel Sch?
100.0% of students at Allen Dr Ethel Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 329
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.2%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7040
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #110 of 218
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