Needs Improvement
#2639 of 2,846 schools in PA
Brown Joseph Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
3600 Stanwood St, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,639 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#236 of 300
public schools
In district
#176 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Brown Joseph Sch
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About Brown Joseph Sch
Brown Joseph Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Brown Joseph Sch serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Joseph Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,639 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Brown Joseph Sch show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Brown Joseph 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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Brown Joseph Sch — Students at Brown Joseph Sch score 21% 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: 3.2/10.
How Brown Joseph Sch Compares
See how Brown Joseph Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3600 Stanwood St, Philadelphia, PA 19136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown Joseph Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverton School District (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Riverton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST DOMINIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| FATHER JUDGE HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| New Foundations CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Holme Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Keystone Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Disston Hamilton Sch Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Mayfair Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverton School District Riverton | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | — |
| ORCHARD FRIENDS SCHOOL Riverton | 2.4 mi | — |
| Farrell Louis H Sch Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch Philadelphia | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,499
Median Home Value
$215,000
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
35,898
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown Joseph Sch
What grades does Brown Joseph Sch serve?
Brown Joseph Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Brown Joseph Sch?
Brown Joseph Sch has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Joseph Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown Joseph Sch is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brown Joseph Sch rank in PA?
Brown Joseph Sch ranks #2,639 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Brown Joseph Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown Joseph Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Brown Joseph Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown Joseph Sch has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brown Joseph Sch a charter school?
No, Brown Joseph Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown Joseph Sch a Title I school?
No, Brown Joseph Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown Joseph Sch?
100.0% of students at Brown Joseph 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3320
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #176 of 218
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