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Rhodes E Washington Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
2900 W. Clearfield Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,934 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#97 of 300
public schools
In district
#73 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Rhodes E Washington Sch
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About Rhodes E Washington Sch
Rhodes E Washington Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Rhodes E Washington Sch serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rhodes E Washington Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,934 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Rhodes E Washington Sch show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rhodes E Washington 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.
60% of students at Rhodes E Washington 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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Rhodes E Washington Sch — Students at Rhodes E Washington 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 34 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: 8.9/10.
How Rhodes E Washington Sch Compares
See how Rhodes E Washington Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2900 W. Clearfield Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rhodes E Washington Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SMART CENTER ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mifflin Thomas Sch (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SMART CENTER ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Strawberry Mansion HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Wissahickon CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Blaine James G Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Gideon Edward Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,974
Median Home Value
$73,000
Median Rent
$1,055/mo
Population
31,627
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rhodes E Washington Sch
What grades does Rhodes E Washington Sch serve?
Rhodes E Washington Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rhodes E Washington Sch?
Rhodes E Washington Sch has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rhodes E Washington Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Rhodes E Washington Sch is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rhodes E Washington Sch rank in PA?
Rhodes E Washington Sch ranks #1,934 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Rhodes E Washington Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Rhodes E Washington Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Rhodes E Washington Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rhodes E Washington Sch has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Rhodes E Washington Sch a charter school?
No, Rhodes E Washington Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rhodes E Washington Sch a Title I school?
No, Rhodes E Washington Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rhodes E Washington Sch?
100.0% of students at Rhodes E Washington 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.7%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7060
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #73 of 218
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