Below Average
#2370 of 2,846 schools in PA
Hartranft John F Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
720 W Cumberland St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,370 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#167 of 300
public schools
In district
#122 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Hartranft John F Sch
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hartranft John F Sch
Hartranft John F Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Hartranft John F Sch serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hartranft John F Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,370 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Hartranft John F Sch show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hartranft John F Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Hartranft John F Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at Hartranft John F 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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Hartranft John F Sch — Students at Hartranft John F Sch score 8% 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: 6.5/10.
How Hartranft John F Sch Compares
See how Hartranft John F Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
720 W Cumberland St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hartranft John F Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunbar Paul L Sch (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Potter-Thomas Sch (rated 5.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KIPP North Philadelphia CS (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| TECH Freire CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Laboratory CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 1.7 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Duckrey Tanner Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,756
Median Home Value
$85,100
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
25,694
College Educated
7.3%
Homeownership
42.8%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
41.2%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hartranft John F Sch
What grades does Hartranft John F Sch serve?
Hartranft John F Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hartranft John F Sch?
Hartranft John F Sch has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hartranft John F Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Hartranft John F Sch is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hartranft John F Sch rank in PA?
Hartranft John F Sch ranks #2,370 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Hartranft John F Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Hartranft John F Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Hartranft John F Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hartranft John F Sch has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hartranft John F Sch a charter school?
No, Hartranft John F Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hartranft John F Sch a Title I school?
No, Hartranft John F Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hartranft John F Sch?
100.0% of students at Hartranft John F 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
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.8%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7090
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #122 of 218
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