Needs Improvement
#2846 of 2,846 schools in PA
John B Stetson MS
Middle School · Philadelphia City SD
3200 B St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
1.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
1.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,846 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#300 of 300
public schools
In district
#218 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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John B Stetson MS
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About John B Stetson MS
John B Stetson MS is a public middle school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. John B Stetson MS serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John B Stetson MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,846 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for John B Stetson MS show 2% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
- This school 1.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at John B Stetson MS 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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John B Stetson MS — Students at John B Stetson MS score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
How John B Stetson MS Compares
See how John B Stetson MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3200 B St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John B Stetson MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Clemente Roberto MS (rated 4.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Conwell Russell MS (rated 3.7/10, 0.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Cramp William Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Clemente Roberto MS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| The Linc Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Willard Frances E Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Sheridan Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Conwell Russell MS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Edison HS/Fareira Skills Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,849
Median Home Value
$127,500
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
56,750
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
36.9%
Median Age
32.5
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| Southern MS Reading, PA | 2.0 |
| Founders Hall Middle Sch Mckeesport, PA | 2.3 |
| Greater Johnstown MS Johnstown, PA | 2.3 |
| Susquehanna Twp MS Harrisburg, PA | 2.3 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains, PA | 2.4 |
| Blockson MS Norristown, PA | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John B Stetson MS
What grades does John B Stetson MS serve?
John B Stetson MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend John B Stetson MS?
John B Stetson MS has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John B Stetson MS?
The student-teacher ratio at John B Stetson MS is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John B Stetson MS rank in PA?
John B Stetson MS ranks #2,846 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is John B Stetson MS's MySchoolScout rating?
John B Stetson MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.5 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 John B Stetson MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John B Stetson MS has 2% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
Is John B Stetson MS a charter school?
No, John B Stetson MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John B Stetson MS a Title I school?
No, John B Stetson MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John B Stetson MS?
99.5% of students at John B Stetson MS 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (215) 400-4000
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #218 of 218
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