Needs Improvement
#2636 of 2,846 schools in PA
Carnell Laura H Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
1100 Devereaux St, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,636 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#233 of 300
public schools
In district
#173 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Carnell Laura H Sch
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About Carnell Laura H Sch
Carnell Laura H Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Carnell Laura H Sch serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carnell Laura H Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,636 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Carnell Laura H Sch show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% 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
46% of students at Carnell Laura H 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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Carnell Laura H Sch — Students at Carnell Laura H Sch score 12% 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 36 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: 5.0/10.
How Carnell Laura H Sch Compares
See how Carnell Laura H Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 Devereaux St, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carnell Laura H Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Universal Creighton CS (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cheltenham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Fels Samuel HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Ziegler William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SHINING STAR LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| CEDAR GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MaST Community CS II Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| FIRST CENTURY GOSPEL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Frankford HS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Castor Gardens MS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL Cheltenham | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Northwood Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| Universal Creighton CS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Northeast HS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Mastery CS-Smedley Campus Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,441
Median Home Value
$244,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
65,821
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Brown Joseph Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.6 |
| Childs George W Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.6 |
| Delcroft Sch Folcroft, PA | 3.6 |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre, PA | 3.6 |
| Manchester Academic CS Pittsburgh, PA | 3.6 |
| Neidig El Sch Quakertown, PA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carnell Laura H Sch
What grades does Carnell Laura H Sch serve?
Carnell Laura H Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carnell Laura H Sch?
Carnell Laura H Sch has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carnell Laura H Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Carnell Laura H Sch is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carnell Laura H Sch rank in PA?
Carnell Laura H Sch ranks #2,636 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Carnell Laura H Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Carnell Laura H 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 Carnell Laura H Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carnell Laura H Sch has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carnell Laura H Sch a charter school?
No, Carnell Laura H Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carnell Laura H Sch a Title I school?
No, Carnell Laura H Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carnell Laura H Sch?
100.0% of students at Carnell Laura H 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3150
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #173 of 218
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