Needs Improvement
#2700 of 2,846 schools in PA
Kearny Gen Philip Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
601 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,700 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#255 of 300
public schools
In district
#189 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Kearny Gen Philip Sch
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kearny Gen Philip Sch
Kearny Gen Philip Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Kearny Gen Philip Sch serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kearny Gen Philip Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,700 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Kearny Gen Philip Sch show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, Kearny Gen Philip Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Kearny Gen Philip Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Kearny Gen Philip 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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Kearny Gen Philip Sch — Students at Kearny Gen Philip Sch score 20% 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: 3.1/10.
How Kearny Gen Philip Sch Compares
See how Kearny Gen Philip Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kearny Gen Philip Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunbar Paul L Sch (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| QUADRAT ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Bodine William W HS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Spring Garden Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| People for People CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Math Civics and Sciences CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Science Leadership Academy Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| National Constitution Center HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Franklin LC Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,872
Median Home Value
$544,700
Median Rent
$1,687/mo
Population
19,327
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
33.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
33.4
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| Mahantongo El Sch Klingerstown, PA | 3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kearny Gen Philip Sch
What grades does Kearny Gen Philip Sch serve?
Kearny Gen Philip Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Kearny Gen Philip Sch?
Kearny Gen Philip Sch has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kearny Gen Philip Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Kearny Gen Philip Sch is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kearny Gen Philip Sch rank in PA?
Kearny Gen Philip Sch ranks #2,700 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kearny Gen Philip Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Kearny Gen Philip Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Kearny Gen Philip Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kearny Gen Philip Sch has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kearny Gen Philip Sch a charter school?
No, Kearny Gen Philip Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kearny Gen Philip Sch a Title I school?
No, Kearny Gen Philip Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kearny Gen Philip Sch?
100.0% of students at Kearny Gen Philip 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
- 166
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7590
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #189 of 218
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