Below Average
#2367 of 2,846 schools in PA
Sheppard Isaac Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
120 W Cambria St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,367 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#164 of 300
public schools
In district
#119 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Sheppard Isaac Sch
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sheppard Isaac Sch
Sheppard Isaac Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Sheppard Isaac Sch serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheppard Isaac Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,367 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Sheppard Isaac Sch show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, Sheppard Isaac Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Sheppard Isaac Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
48% of students at Sheppard Isaac 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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Sheppard Isaac Sch — Students at Sheppard Isaac Sch score 18% 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: 5.3/10.
How Sheppard Isaac Sch Compares
See how Sheppard Isaac Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 W Cambria St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheppard Isaac Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hackett Horatio B Sch (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brown Henry A Sch (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VISITATION SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| John B Stetson MS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 1.5 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Cramp William Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| The Linc Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Clemente Roberto MS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,756
Median Home Value
$85,100
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
25,694
College Educated
7.3%
Homeownership
42.8%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
41.2%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheppard Isaac Sch
What grades does Sheppard Isaac Sch serve?
Sheppard Isaac Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Sheppard Isaac Sch?
Sheppard Isaac Sch has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheppard Isaac Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheppard Isaac Sch is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheppard Isaac Sch rank in PA?
Sheppard Isaac Sch ranks #2,367 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Sheppard Isaac Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheppard Isaac Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Sheppard Isaac Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheppard Isaac Sch has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sheppard Isaac Sch a charter school?
No, Sheppard Isaac Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheppard Isaac Sch a Title I school?
No, Sheppard Isaac Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheppard Isaac Sch?
100.0% of students at Sheppard Isaac 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.1%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7070
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #119 of 218
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