Needs Improvement
#2579 of 2,846 schools in PA
Steel Edward Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
4301 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,579 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#216 of 300
public schools
In district
#160 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Steel Edward Sch
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About Steel Edward Sch
Steel Edward Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Steel Edward Sch serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Steel Edward Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,579 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Steel Edward Sch show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Steel Edward 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 Steel Edward 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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Steel Edward Sch — Students at Steel Edward Sch score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.6%
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: 4.8/10.
How Steel Edward Sch Compares
See how Steel Edward Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4301 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steel Edward Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOGAN HOPE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE DEPAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mastery CS John Wister Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mastery CS-Gratz Campus Phialdelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Mastery Prep Elementary CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Multicultural Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| THE DEPAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Cooke Jay MS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Logan James Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Kenderton El Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Wissahickon CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| LOGAN HOPE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Mastery CS John Wister Elementary Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| VOCATIO CAREER PREP HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | — |
| McClure Alexander K Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| HUNTING PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,149
Median Home Value
$101,100
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
54,196
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
37
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| Pittsburgh Miller K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 3.8 |
| Riverside El Sch West Taylor, PA | 3.8 |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton, PA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steel Edward Sch
What grades does Steel Edward Sch serve?
Steel Edward Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Steel Edward Sch?
Steel Edward Sch has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steel Edward Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Steel Edward Sch is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Steel Edward Sch rank in PA?
Steel Edward Sch ranks #2,579 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Steel Edward Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Steel Edward Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Steel Edward Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Steel Edward Sch has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Steel Edward Sch a charter school?
No, Steel Edward Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steel Edward Sch a Title I school?
No, Steel Edward Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steel Edward Sch?
100.6% of students at Steel Edward 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
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3910
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #160 of 218
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