Below Average
#2291 of 2,846 schools in PA
Stearne Allen M Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
1655 Unity St, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,291 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#151 of 300
public schools
In district
#109 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Stearne Allen M Sch
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About Stearne Allen M Sch
Stearne Allen M Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Stearne Allen M Sch serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Stearne Allen M Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,291 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Stearne Allen M Sch show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Stearne Allen M 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.
46% of students at Stearne Allen M 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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Stearne Allen M Sch — Students at Stearne Allen M Sch score 10% 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: 6.3/10.
How Stearne Allen M Sch Compares
See how Stearne Allen M Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1655 Unity St, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stearne Allen M Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKFORD FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LUCY DAY SCHOOL FOR CHLDRN W VISUAL IMPAIRMENT (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall John Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| FRANKFORD FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| First Philadelphia Preparatory CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Frankford HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Mariana Bracetti Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Harding Warren G MS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| THE BRIDGE Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Northwood Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Mastery CS-Smedley Campus Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ST LUCY DAY SCHOOL FOR CHLDRN W VISUAL IMPAIRMENT Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Hopkinson Francis Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Sullivan James J Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Maritime Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Franklin Towne CHS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Ziegler William H Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Deep Roots CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Bridesburg Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,100
Median Home Value
$155,000
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
70,763
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
32.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stearne Allen M Sch
What grades does Stearne Allen M Sch serve?
Stearne Allen M Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Stearne Allen M Sch?
Stearne Allen M Sch has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stearne Allen M Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Stearne Allen M Sch is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stearne Allen M Sch rank in PA?
Stearne Allen M Sch ranks #2,291 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Stearne Allen M Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Stearne Allen M Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Stearne Allen M Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stearne Allen M Sch has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stearne Allen M Sch a charter school?
No, Stearne Allen M Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stearne Allen M Sch a Title I school?
No, Stearne Allen M Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stearne Allen M Sch?
100.0% of students at Stearne Allen M 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.6%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3980
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #109 of 218
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