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Bregy F Amedee Sch

Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD

1700 Bigler St, Philadelphia, PA 19145

Enrollment

251

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,630 of 2,846

In Philadelphia

#62 of 300

public schools

In district

#48 of 218

Philadelphia City SD

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Bregy F Amedee Sch

6.0/10

Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bregy F Amedee Sch

Bregy F Amedee Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Bregy F Amedee Sch serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bregy F Amedee Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,630 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Bregy F Amedee Sch show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bregy F Amedee 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.

At 9:1 students to teachers, Bregy F Amedee Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

39% of students at Bregy F Amedee 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.5% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.8% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-38 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,897
Chronic Absenteeism38.6%

Bregy F Amedee Sch — Students at Bregy F Amedee Sch score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 20.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
40.7% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 42 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
17.9%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
13.6%
ELA
26%

* 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 Bregy F Amedee Sch Compares

See how Bregy F Amedee Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in PA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.6%

Location

1700 Bigler St, Philadelphia, PA 19145

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bregy F Amedee Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jenks Abram Sch (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Christopher Columbus CS (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BETHEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.5 mi 8.3
Philadelphia Performing Arts CS Philadelphia 0.5 mi 5.7
Jenks Abram Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 8.5
Gamp Philadelphia 0.6 mi 7.5
Girard Stephen Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 5.5
South Philadelphia HS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 4.6
Mastery CS -Thomas Campus Philadelphia 0.7 mi 4.7
Fell D Newlin Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 5.5
Universal Vare CS Philadelphia 0.9 mi 4.5
McDaniel Delaplaine Sch Philadelphia 1.1 mi 2.7
Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia 0.9 mi 3.7
Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers Philadelphia 1.1 mi 5.1
Childs George W Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 3.6
Southwark Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 5.5
Taggart John H Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 6.0
Christopher Columbus CS Philadelphia 1.5 mi 7.2
Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch Philadelphia 1.6 mi 7.9
Kirkbride Eliza B Sch Philadelphia 1.5 mi 6.6
Sharswood George Sch Philadelphia 1.4 mi 4.5
Stanton Edwin M Sch Philadelphia 1.8 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,374

Median Home Value

$290,100

Median Rent

$1,343/mo

Population

42,955

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

59%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bregy F Amedee Sch

What grades does Bregy F Amedee Sch serve?

Bregy F Amedee Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bregy F Amedee Sch?

Bregy F Amedee Sch has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bregy F Amedee Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Bregy F Amedee Sch is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bregy F Amedee Sch rank in PA?

Bregy F Amedee Sch ranks #1,630 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Bregy F Amedee Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Bregy F Amedee Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Bregy F Amedee Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bregy F Amedee Sch has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bregy F Amedee Sch a charter school?

No, Bregy F Amedee Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bregy F Amedee Sch a Title I school?

No, Bregy F Amedee Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bregy F Amedee Sch?

100.0% of students at Bregy F Amedee 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
75 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.6%

District

Philadelphia City SD
District Enrollment
117,907
Schools in District
220
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,897
District Rank
#48 of 218

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