Below Average
#2522 of 2,846 schools in PA
Longstreth William C Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
5700 Willows Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,522 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#207 of 300
public schools
In district
#154 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Longstreth William C Sch
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Longstreth William C Sch
Longstreth William C Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Longstreth William C Sch serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Longstreth William C Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,522 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Longstreth William C Sch show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Longstreth William C 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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Longstreth William C Sch — Students at Longstreth William C Sch score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
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: 5.1/10.
How Longstreth William C Sch Compares
See how Longstreth William C Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5700 Willows Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longstreth William C Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Independence CS West (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| FAITH CONNECTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Independence CS West Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Mastery CS-Harrity Campus Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Motivation HS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Anderson Add B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Bryant William C Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Morton Thomas G Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,964
Median Home Value
$152,000
Median Rent
$1,235/mo
Population
62,503
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longstreth William C Sch
What grades does Longstreth William C Sch serve?
Longstreth William C Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Longstreth William C Sch?
Longstreth William C Sch has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longstreth William C Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Longstreth William C 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 Longstreth William C Sch rank in PA?
Longstreth William C Sch ranks #2,522 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Longstreth William C Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Longstreth William C Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Longstreth William C Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longstreth William C Sch has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Longstreth William C Sch a charter school?
No, Longstreth William C Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longstreth William C Sch a Title I school?
No, Longstreth William C Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longstreth William C Sch?
98.9% of students at Longstreth William C 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
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.0%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7870
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #154 of 218
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