Average
#1787 of 2,846 schools in PA
Kenderton EL Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
1500 W Ontario St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,787 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#78 of 300
public schools
In district
#59 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Kenderton EL Sch
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About Kenderton EL Sch
Kenderton EL Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Kenderton EL Sch serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenderton EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,787 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Kenderton EL Sch show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kenderton EL 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.
66% of students at Kenderton EL 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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Kenderton EL Sch — Students at Kenderton EL Sch score 6% 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 28 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: 9.5/10.
How Kenderton EL Sch Compares
See how Kenderton EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1500 W Ontario St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kenderton EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mastery Prep Elementary CS (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KIPP North Philadelphia CS (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Multicultural Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Mastery Prep Elementary CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Mastery CS-Gratz Campus Phialdelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Laboratory CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 1.7 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Steel Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Taylor Bayard Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| TECH Freire CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,149
Median Home Value
$101,100
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
54,196
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenderton EL Sch
What grades does Kenderton EL Sch serve?
Kenderton EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Kenderton EL Sch?
Kenderton EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenderton EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Kenderton EL Sch is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kenderton EL Sch rank in PA?
Kenderton EL Sch ranks #1,787 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kenderton EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Kenderton EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Kenderton EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenderton EL Sch has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Kenderton EL Sch a charter school?
No, Kenderton EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kenderton EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Kenderton EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kenderton EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Kenderton EL 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.1%
- Phone
- (215) 400-8340
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #59 of 218
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