Below Average
#2401 of 2,846 schools in PA
Rhoads James Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
4901 Parrish St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,401 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#172 of 300
public schools
In district
#125 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Rhoads James Sch
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About Rhoads James Sch
Rhoads James Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Rhoads James Sch serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rhoads James Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,401 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Rhoads James Sch show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% 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
Test scores at Rhoads James 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.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Rhoads James Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
59% of students at Rhoads James 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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Rhoads James Sch — Students at Rhoads James Sch score 9% 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: 6.2/10.
How Rhoads James Sch Compares
See how Rhoads James Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4901 Parrish St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rhoads James Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lea Henry C Sch (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP West Philadelphia CS (rated 6.8/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Parkway West Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Blankenburg Rudolph Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Locke Alain Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Philadelphia Learning Academy - West Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Inquiry CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Discovery CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| PEE WEE PREP Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| The Workshop School Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| KIPP DuBois CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP West Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Lea Henry C Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
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 Rhoads James Sch
What grades does Rhoads James Sch serve?
Rhoads James Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rhoads James Sch?
Rhoads James Sch has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rhoads James Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Rhoads James Sch is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rhoads James Sch rank in PA?
Rhoads James Sch ranks #2,401 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Rhoads James Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Rhoads James 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 Rhoads James Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rhoads James Sch has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rhoads James Sch a charter school?
No, Rhoads James Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rhoads James Sch a Title I school?
No, Rhoads James Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rhoads James Sch?
100.0% of students at Rhoads James 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
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7680
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #125 of 218
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