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Howe Julia Ward Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
5800 N 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,985 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#101 of 300
public schools
In district
#75 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Howe Julia Ward Sch
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About Howe Julia Ward Sch
Howe Julia Ward Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Howe Julia Ward Sch serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Howe Julia Ward Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,985 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Howe Julia Ward Sch show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Howe Julia Ward 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.
36% of students at Howe Julia Ward 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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Howe Julia Ward Sch — Students at Howe Julia Ward Sch score 21% 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 36 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: 6.3/10.
How Howe Julia Ward Sch Compares
See how Howe Julia Ward Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5800 N 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howe Julia Ward Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOGAN HOPE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Logan James Sch (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pennell Joseph Sch (rated 5.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Girls HS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Widener Memorial Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Central HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Prince Hall Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| SOPHIA ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| MT AIRY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lindley Academy CS at Birney Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Lowell James R Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| LOGAN HOPE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Ellwood Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Logan James Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| ADELAIDE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Building 21 Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Cooke Jay MS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Morrison Andrew J Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 2.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,461
Median Home Value
$143,400
Median Rent
$1,009/mo
Population
33,832
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howe Julia Ward Sch
What grades does Howe Julia Ward Sch serve?
Howe Julia Ward Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Howe Julia Ward Sch?
Howe Julia Ward Sch has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howe Julia Ward Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Howe Julia Ward Sch is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howe Julia Ward Sch rank in PA?
Howe Julia Ward Sch ranks #1,985 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Howe Julia Ward Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Howe Julia Ward Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Howe Julia Ward Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howe Julia Ward Sch has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Howe Julia Ward Sch a charter school?
No, Howe Julia Ward Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howe Julia Ward Sch a Title I school?
No, Howe Julia Ward Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howe Julia Ward Sch?
100.0% of students at Howe Julia Ward 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 210
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3650
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #75 of 218
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