Needs Improvement
#2802 of 2,846 schools in PA
Blaine James G Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
3001 W Berks St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,802 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#283 of 300
public schools
In district
#207 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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About Blaine James G Sch
Blaine James G Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Blaine James G Sch serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blaine James G Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,802 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Blaine James G Sch show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Blaine James G Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Blaine James G 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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Blaine James G Sch — Students at Blaine James G Sch score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.6%
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: 2.8/10.
How Blaine James G Sch Compares
See how Blaine James G Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3001 W Berks St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blaine James G Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bache-Martin Sch (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gideon Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| REVOLUTION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | — |
| Strawberry Mansion HS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Kelley William D Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Morris Robert Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Bache-Martin Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,208
Median Home Value
$250,100
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
40,324
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
27.6
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| Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.5 |
| Lamberton Robert E Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.5 |
| McDaniel Delaplaine Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.7 |
| Propel CS-Northside Pittsburgh, PA | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blaine James G Sch
What grades does Blaine James G Sch serve?
Blaine James G Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Blaine James G Sch?
Blaine James G Sch has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blaine James G Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Blaine James G Sch is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blaine James G Sch rank in PA?
Blaine James G Sch ranks #2,802 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Blaine James G Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Blaine James G Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Blaine James G Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blaine James G Sch has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blaine James G Sch a charter school?
No, Blaine James G Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blaine James G Sch a Title I school?
No, Blaine James G Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blaine James G Sch?
100.6% of students at Blaine James G 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
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7330
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #207 of 218
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