Below Average
#2487 of 2,846 schools in PA
Taylor Bayard Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
3698 N Randolph St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,487 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#197 of 300
public schools
In district
#145 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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About Taylor Bayard Sch
Taylor Bayard Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Taylor Bayard Sch serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor Bayard Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,487 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Taylor Bayard Sch show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Taylor Bayard Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
51% of students at Taylor Bayard 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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Taylor Bayard Sch — Students at Taylor Bayard 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
100.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 5.4/10.
How Taylor Bayard Sch Compares
See how Taylor Bayard Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3698 N Randolph St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylor Bayard Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUNTING PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Potter-Thomas Sch (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cayuga School (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| The Linc Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| McClure Alexander K Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.1 |
| Clemente Roberto MS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| VOCATIO CAREER PREP HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Laboratory CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 1.7 |
| Cramp William Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Antonia Pantoja Community CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Esperanza Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Esperanza Cyber CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Edison HS/Fareira Skills Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Cayuga School Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| HUNTING PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Multicultural Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Philadelphia Learning Academy - North Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
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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| Ellwood Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.1 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.1 |
| Overbrook Edu Ctr Philadelphia, PA | 4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylor Bayard Sch
What grades does Taylor Bayard Sch serve?
Taylor Bayard Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Taylor Bayard Sch?
Taylor Bayard Sch has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor Bayard Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Bayard Sch is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylor Bayard Sch rank in PA?
Taylor Bayard Sch ranks #2,487 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Taylor Bayard Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylor Bayard Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Taylor Bayard Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor Bayard Sch has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Taylor Bayard Sch a charter school?
No, Taylor Bayard Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylor Bayard Sch a Title I school?
No, Taylor Bayard Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor Bayard Sch?
100.3% of students at Taylor Bayard 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.0%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3880
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #145 of 218
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