Below Average
#2407 of 2,846 schools in PA
Locke Alain Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
4550 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,407 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#178 of 300
public schools
In district
#131 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Locke Alain Sch
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About Locke Alain Sch
Locke Alain Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Locke Alain Sch serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Locke Alain Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,407 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Locke Alain Sch show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Locke Alain 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 Locke Alain 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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Locke Alain Sch — Students at Locke Alain Sch score 15% 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: 5.7/10.
How Locke Alain Sch Compares
See how Locke Alain Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4550 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Locke Alain Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penn Alexander Sch (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUBILEE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Parkway West Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Philadelphia Learning Academy - West Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Robeson HS for Human Services Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Lea Henry C Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Belmont CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Rhoads James Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| The Workshop School Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Penn Alexander Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Blankenburg Rudolph Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.0 |
| BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Inquiry CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| JUBILEE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,701
Median Home Value
$118,700
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
44,619
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
33
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Locke Alain Sch
What grades does Locke Alain Sch serve?
Locke Alain Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Locke Alain Sch?
Locke Alain Sch has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Locke Alain Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Locke Alain Sch is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Locke Alain Sch rank in PA?
Locke Alain Sch ranks #2,407 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Locke Alain Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Locke Alain Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Locke Alain Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Locke Alain Sch has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Locke Alain Sch a charter school?
No, Locke Alain Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Locke Alain Sch a Title I school?
No, Locke Alain Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Locke Alain Sch?
100.0% of students at Locke Alain 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
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.4%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7670
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #131 of 218
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