Needs Improvement
#2719 of 2,846 schools in PA
Spring Garden Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
1146 Mellon St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,719 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#261 of 300
public schools
In district
#193 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Spring Garden Sch
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About Spring Garden Sch
Spring Garden Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Spring Garden Sch serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Garden Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,719 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Garden Sch show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Spring Garden 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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Spring Garden Sch — Students at Spring Garden Sch score 12% 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: 3.0/10.
How Spring Garden Sch Compares
See how Spring Garden Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1146 Mellon St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Garden Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GESU SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| People for People CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Science Leadership Academy Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Math Civics and Sciences CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Franklin LC Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Kearny Gen Philip Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Waring Laura W Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR HOUSE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Bodine William W HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,872
Median Home Value
$544,700
Median Rent
$1,687/mo
Population
19,327
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
33.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
33.4
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| Easton Arts Academy Elementary CS Easton, PA | 3.2 |
| Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia, PA | 3.2 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.2 |
| Marshall John Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.2 |
| Monessen El Ctr Monessen, PA | 3.2 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown, PA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Garden Sch
What grades does Spring Garden Sch serve?
Spring Garden Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Spring Garden Sch?
Spring Garden Sch has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Garden Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Garden 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 Spring Garden Sch rank in PA?
Spring Garden Sch ranks #2,719 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Spring Garden Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Garden Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Spring Garden Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Garden Sch has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spring Garden Sch a charter school?
No, Spring Garden Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Garden Sch a Title I school?
No, Spring Garden Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Garden Sch?
100.0% of students at Spring Garden 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
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7610
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #193 of 218
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