Below Average
#2334 of 2,846 schools in PA
Sharswood George Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
2300 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,334 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#159 of 300
public schools
In district
#114 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Sharswood George Sch
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About Sharswood George Sch
Sharswood George Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Sharswood George Sch serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharswood George Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,334 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Sharswood George Sch show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Sharswood George 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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Sharswood George Sch — Students at Sharswood George Sch score 27% 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: 4.0/10.
How Sharswood George Sch Compares
See how Sharswood George Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2300 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharswood George Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meredith William M Sch (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jenks Abram Sch (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vare-Washington El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taggart John H Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Furness Horace HS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Southwark Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Kirkbride Eliza B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Fell D Newlin Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Mastery CS -Thomas Campus Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Vare-Washington El Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| THE BRIDGE WAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | — |
| Jenks Abram Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| South Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Nebinger George W Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Philadelphia Performing Arts CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Meredith William M Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Christopher Columbus CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Academy at Palumbo Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PETERS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Creative and Performing Arts Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,469
Median Home Value
$296,800
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
50,777
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Chicora El Sch Chicora, PA | 4.5 |
| Cole Manor El Sch Norristown, PA | 4.5 |
| Duckrey Tanner Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.5 |
| Hancock El Sch Norristown, PA | 4.5 |
| Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS Scranton, PA | 4.5 |
| Lincoln El Sch Pottstown, PA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharswood George Sch
What grades does Sharswood George Sch serve?
Sharswood George Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sharswood George Sch?
Sharswood George Sch has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharswood George Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharswood George Sch is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharswood George Sch rank in PA?
Sharswood George Sch ranks #2,334 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Sharswood George Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharswood George Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Sharswood George Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharswood George Sch has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sharswood George Sch a charter school?
No, Sharswood George Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharswood George Sch a Title I school?
No, Sharswood George Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sharswood George Sch?
100.0% of students at Sharswood George 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
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (215) 400-8270
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #114 of 218
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