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#2083 of 2,846 schools in PA
Barry Comm John Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
5900 Race St., Philadelphia, PA 19132
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,083 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#122 of 300
public schools
In district
#88 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Barry Comm John Sch
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About Barry Comm John Sch
Barry Comm John Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Barry Comm John Sch serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barry Comm John Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,083 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Barry Comm John Sch show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Barry Comm John 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.
61% of students at Barry Comm John 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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Barry Comm John Sch — Students at Barry Comm John Sch score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
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: 7.9/10.
How Barry Comm John Sch Compares
See how Barry Comm John Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5900 Race St., Philadelphia, PA 19132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barry Comm John Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barry Comm John Sch
What grades does Barry Comm John Sch serve?
Barry Comm John Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Barry Comm John Sch?
Barry Comm John Sch has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barry Comm John Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Barry Comm John Sch is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barry Comm John Sch rank in PA?
Barry Comm John Sch ranks #2,083 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Barry Comm John Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Barry Comm John Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Barry Comm John Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barry Comm John Sch has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Barry Comm John Sch a charter school?
No, Barry Comm John Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barry Comm John Sch a Title I school?
No, Barry Comm John Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barry Comm John Sch?
100.2% of students at Barry Comm John 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
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7640
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #88 of 218
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