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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

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Philadelphia

#195 of 300

public schools

Pennsylvania elementary schools

#1,170 of 1,625

In district

#171 of 218

Philadelphia City SD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very strong

About Day Anna B Sch

Day Anna B Sch is a regular public elementary school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Serving students from pre-K through eighth grade, Day Anna B Sch has an enrollment of 354 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's academic performance shows room for improvement, ranking at the 11th percentile among Pennsylvania schools with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and an academic score of 1.7 out of 10.

In reading and ELA, about 24% of students are proficient or above, while only 7% meet proficiency standards in math. Day Anna B Sch is situated in a bustling urban environment within Philadelphia's city limits, providing a diverse setting for its students to learn and grow.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Day Anna B 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6%
Reading/ELA Proficiency25%
Math vs. State Avg-45.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.8 pts
Overall Proficiency16%
Expected (poverty-adj.)33%
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,638

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 7.3%
School
State
40.7%
ELA Proficiency 23.5%
School
State
53.3%

Based on 18 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
13%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
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: 6.6/10.

How Day Anna B Sch Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
31th percentile in PA
Academic
2.7/10
2.7/10
Growth
6.6/10
Above average
Environment
7.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

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. Emlen Eleanor C Sch (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin S Edmonds Sch (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Samuel Pennypacker Sch (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 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 5.2
West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.0
AMY NW Philadelphia 0.4 mi 7.2
King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia 0.4 mi 5.3
Emlen Eleanor C Sch Philadelphia 0.6 mi 7.2
Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 7.1
EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.2
Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary Philadelphia 0.8 mi 5.3
Roosevelt Theodore MS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 6.4
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 8.6
ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.8 mi 4.7
Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia 1.0 mi 7.2
Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia 1.0 mi 3.8
ADELAIDE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Philadelphia 1.0 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia 0.9 mi 5.8
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Day Anna B Sch has a median household income of $51,586. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $167,300, with a median rent of $1,172/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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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 is ranked #1953 out of 2,842 schools in PA.

What is Day Anna B Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Day Anna B Sch has a composite rating of 5.6 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 Day Anna B Sch?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Day Anna B Sch has 7.3% math proficiency and 23.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

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

City Safety
High (5,504/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Philadelphia). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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