Needs Improvement
#2675 of 2,846 schools in PA
Hunter William H Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
2400 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,675 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#244 of 300
public schools
In district
#183 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Hunter William H Sch
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About Hunter William H Sch
Hunter William H Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Hunter William H Sch serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hunter William H Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,675 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Hunter William H Sch show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Hunter William H 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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Hunter William H Sch — Students at Hunter William H Sch score 13% 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: 3.8/10.
How Hunter William H Sch Compares
See how Hunter William H Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2400 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hunter William H Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hackett Horatio B Sch (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brown Henry A Sch (rated 6.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VISITATION SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| John B Stetson MS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 1.5 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Moffet John Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| LIGUORI ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
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
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Cooke Jay MS Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| East Fallowfield El Sch East Fallowfield, PA | 3.4 |
| McCloskey John F Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| Ritter El Sch Allentown, PA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hunter William H Sch
What grades does Hunter William H Sch serve?
Hunter William H Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hunter William H Sch?
Hunter William H Sch has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hunter William H Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Hunter William H Sch is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hunter William H Sch rank in PA?
Hunter William H Sch ranks #2,675 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Hunter William H Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Hunter William H Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Hunter William H Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hunter William H Sch has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hunter William H Sch a charter school?
No, Hunter William H Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hunter William H Sch a Title I school?
No, Hunter William H Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hunter William H Sch?
100.0% of students at Hunter William H 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
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.1%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7110
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #183 of 218
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