Needs Improvement
#2611 of 2,846 schools in PA
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
4600 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,611 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#224 of 300
public schools
In district
#164 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Blankenburg Rudolph Sch
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About Blankenburg Rudolph Sch
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Blankenburg Rudolph Sch serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blankenburg Rudolph Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,611 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Blankenburg Rudolph Sch show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Blankenburg Rudolph Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
51% of students at Blankenburg Rudolph 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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Blankenburg Rudolph Sch — Students at Blankenburg Rudolph Sch score 8% 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: 4.7/10.
How Blankenburg Rudolph Sch Compares
See how Blankenburg Rudolph Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4600 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blankenburg Rudolph Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP West Philadelphia CS (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Inquiry CS (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Global Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 2.0 |
| QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Inquiry CS Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Discovery CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Philadelphia Learning Academy - West Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Rhoads James Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Parkway West Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| KIPP DuBois CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP West Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Locke Alain Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Belmont CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| School of the Future Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.3 |
| WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| The Workshop School Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,057
Median Home Value
$163,900
Median Rent
$1,312/mo
Population
44,799
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blankenburg Rudolph Sch
What grades does Blankenburg Rudolph Sch serve?
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Blankenburg Rudolph Sch?
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blankenburg Rudolph Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Blankenburg Rudolph Sch is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blankenburg Rudolph Sch rank in PA?
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch ranks #2,611 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Blankenburg Rudolph Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Blankenburg Rudolph Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blankenburg Rudolph Sch has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blankenburg Rudolph Sch a charter school?
No, Blankenburg Rudolph Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blankenburg Rudolph Sch a Title I school?
No, Blankenburg Rudolph Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blankenburg Rudolph Sch?
100.0% of students at Blankenburg Rudolph 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
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.6%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7280
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #164 of 218
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