Needs Improvement
#2828 of 2,846 schools in PA
Heston Edward Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
1621 N 54th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,828 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#290 of 300
public schools
In district
#213 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Heston Edward Sch
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About Heston Edward Sch
Heston Edward Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Heston Edward Sch serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Heston Edward Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,828 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Heston Edward Sch show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Heston Edward 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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Heston Edward Sch — Students at Heston Edward Sch score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.6%
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: 2.6/10.
How Heston Edward Sch Compares
See how Heston Edward Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1621 N 54th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heston Edward Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP West Philadelphia CS (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Inquiry CS (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Mastery CS - Mann Campus Philadephia | 0.5 mi | 2.5 |
| KIPP DuBois CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP West Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Overbrook HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PEE WEE PREP Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rhoads James Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.0 |
| Blankenburg Rudolph Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Discovery CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Barry Comm John Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Overbrook Elementary School Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Samuel Gompers Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Inquiry CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| 63RD ST MULTICULTURAL ACAD OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Parkway West Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW LIFE ALTERNATIVES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,057
Median Home Value
$163,900
Median Rent
$1,312/mo
Population
44,799
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heston Edward Sch
What grades does Heston Edward Sch serve?
Heston Edward Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Heston Edward Sch?
Heston Edward Sch has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heston Edward Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Heston Edward Sch is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heston Edward Sch rank in PA?
Heston Edward Sch ranks #2,828 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Heston Edward Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Heston Edward Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Heston Edward Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heston Edward Sch has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Heston Edward Sch a charter school?
No, Heston Edward Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heston Edward Sch a Title I school?
No, Heston Edward Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heston Edward Sch?
100.6% of students at Heston Edward 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 315
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.9%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7290
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #213 of 218
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