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#1631 of 2,846 schools in PA
Kelley William D Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
1601 N 28th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,631 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#63 of 300
public schools
In district
#49 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Kelley William D Sch
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About Kelley William D Sch
Kelley William D Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Kelley William D Sch serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelley William D Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,631 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Kelley William D Sch show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kelley William D 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.
34% of students at Kelley William D 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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Kelley William D Sch — Students at Kelley William D Sch score 14% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Kelley William D Sch Compares
See how Kelley William D Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1601 N 28th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kelley William D Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bache-Martin Sch (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gideon Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Morris Robert Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| REVOLUTION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | — |
| Blaine James G Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Strawberry Mansion HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Bache-Martin Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Alliance for Progress CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,208
Median Home Value
$250,100
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
40,324
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
27.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kelley William D Sch
What grades does Kelley William D Sch serve?
Kelley William D Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Kelley William D Sch?
Kelley William D Sch has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelley William D Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Kelley William D Sch is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kelley William D Sch rank in PA?
Kelley William D Sch ranks #1,631 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kelley William D Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Kelley William D Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Kelley William D Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kelley William D Sch has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kelley William D Sch a charter school?
No, Kelley William D Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kelley William D Sch a Title I school?
No, Kelley William D Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kelley William D Sch?
100.0% of students at Kelley William D 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
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7370
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #49 of 218
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