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#1751 of 2,842 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
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Philadelphia
#169 of 300
public schools
Pennsylvania elementary schools
#1,085 of 1,625
In district
#152 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Carnell Laura H Sch
Carnell Laura H Sch is an elementary school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at 1100 Devereaux St. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade students, the school has a total enrollment of 637 pupils and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.5:1 with 41 full-time equivalent teachers. The school is situated in a large city setting within Philadelphia County.
Carnell Laura H Sch aims to support its diverse community through various educational initiatives, though academic performance metrics show room for improvement. With a MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranking at #2496 among Pennsylvania's 2852 schools (12th percentile), the school focuses on student development beyond traditional test scores. In ELA/Reading, 15% of students are proficient or above, while in Math, only 8% reach proficiency levels.
While Carnell Laura H Sch faces challenges academically, it remains a vital part of the community in Philadelphia, offering educational support and resources to its neighborhood families.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Carnell Laura H Sch are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
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 12 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Carnell Laura H Sch Compares
See how Carnell Laura H Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 7% (2019) to 7.3% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 17% (2019) to 16% (2024).
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 7.1/10, 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 slightly higher. Additionally, Ziegler William H Sch (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly 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 | 4.0 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Ziegler William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| 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 | 5.0 |
| MaST Community CS II Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| FIRST CENTURY GOSPEL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Frankford HS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Castor Gardens MS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| 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 | 2.5 |
| Universal Creighton CS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Northeast HS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Mastery CS-Smedley Campus Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Carnell Laura H Sch has a median household income of $60,441. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $244,000, with a median rent of $1,221/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #1751 out of 2,842 schools in PA.
What is Carnell Laura H Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Carnell Laura H Sch has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carnell Laura H Sch?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Carnell Laura H Sch has 7.6% math proficiency and 15.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,504/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Philadelphia). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (215) 400-3150
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #152 of 218
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