Below Average
#2523 of 2,846 schools in PA
Prince Hall Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
6101 North Gratz Street, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,523 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#208 of 300
public schools
In district
#155 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Prince Hall Sch
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About Prince Hall Sch
Prince Hall Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Prince Hall Sch serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Prince Hall Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,523 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Prince Hall Sch show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% 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
36% of students at Prince Hall 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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Prince Hall Sch — Students at Prince Hall Sch score 16% 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 36 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: 4.5/10.
How Prince Hall Sch Compares
See how Prince Hall Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6101 North Gratz Street, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prince Hall Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Logan James Sch (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Howe Julia Ward Sch (rated 5.3/10, 0.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| MT AIRY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | — |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 2.2 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 2.8 |
| ADELAIDE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | — |
| Building 21 Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Howe Julia Ward Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Girls HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Central HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Widener Memorial Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Ellwood Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Logan James Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Parkway Northwest Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,461
Median Home Value
$143,400
Median Rent
$1,009/mo
Population
33,832
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
37.3
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| Grandview El Sch Morrisville, PA | 4.0 |
| Lafayette El Sch Uniontown, PA | 4.0 |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
| Lowell James R Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prince Hall Sch
What grades does Prince Hall Sch serve?
Prince Hall Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Prince Hall Sch?
Prince Hall Sch has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prince Hall Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Prince Hall Sch is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prince Hall Sch rank in PA?
Prince Hall Sch ranks #2,523 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Prince Hall Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Prince Hall 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 Prince Hall Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prince Hall Sch has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Prince Hall Sch a charter school?
No, Prince Hall Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prince Hall Sch a Title I school?
No, Prince Hall Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prince Hall Sch?
100.0% of students at Prince Hall 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3690
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #155 of 218
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