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Day Anna B Sch

Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD

6324-42 Crittenden St., Philadelphia, PA 19138

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

2.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,780 of 2,846

In Philadelphia

#279 of 300

public schools

In district

#204 of 218

Philadelphia City SD

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Day Anna B Sch

2.8/10

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

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About Day Anna B Sch

Day Anna B Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Day Anna B Sch serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Day Anna B Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,780 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Day Anna B Sch show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Day Anna B 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 Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-45.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.8 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,897
Chronic Absenteeism36.7%

Day Anna B Sch — Students at Day Anna B Sch score 16% 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 20.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
40.7% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 31.5% (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
67%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
5.6%
ELA
26.3%
2024
Math
6.1%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Day Anna B Sch Compares

See how Day Anna B Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.8/10
2th percentile in PA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

Location

6324-42 Crittenden St., Philadelphia, PA 19138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Day Anna B Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROJECT LEARN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Theodore MS (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.2 mi 7.9
Parkway Northwest Philadelphia 0.2 mi 4.5
West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia 0.3 mi 2.8
AMY NW Philadelphia 0.4 mi 4.1
King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia 0.4 mi 3.9
Emlen Eleanor C Sch Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.4
Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 3.0
EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.2
Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary Philadelphia 0.8 mi 5.5
Roosevelt Theodore MS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 5.8
NEW MEDINA LEARNING INSTITUTE Philadelphia 0.8 mi 6.3
ST RAYMOND OF PENAFORT SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.9 mi 4.8
Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia 0.9 mi 6.6
ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.8 mi 4.7
Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia 1.0 mi 2.8
Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia 1.0 mi 2.8
ADELAIDE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Philadelphia 1.0 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia 0.9 mi 5.2
PROJECT LEARN SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.0 mi 6.4
JESUS IS THE WAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 1.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,586

Median Home Value

$167,300

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

31,737

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

64.3%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

22.6%

Median Age

36.9

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Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia, PA 2.8
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McDaniel Delaplaine Sch Philadelphia, PA 2.7
Propel CS-Northside Pittsburgh, PA 2.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Day Anna B Sch

What grades does Day Anna B Sch serve?

Day Anna B Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Day Anna B Sch?

Day Anna B Sch has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Day Anna B Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Day Anna B Sch is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Day Anna B Sch rank in PA?

Day Anna B Sch ranks #2,780 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Day Anna B Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Day Anna B Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Day Anna B Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Day Anna B Sch has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Day Anna B Sch a charter school?

No, Day Anna B Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Day Anna B Sch a Title I school?

No, Day Anna B Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Day Anna B Sch?

100.0% of students at Day Anna B 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

District

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

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