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#1676 of 2,846 schools in PA
Tilden William T MS
Middle School · Philadelphia City SD
6601 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,676 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#68 of 300
public schools
In district
#53 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Tilden William T MS
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About Tilden William T MS
Tilden William T MS is a public middle school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Tilden William T MS serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tilden William T MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,676 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Tilden William T MS show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.1
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tilden William T MS 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.
33% of students at Tilden William T MS 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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Tilden William T MS — Students at Tilden William T MS score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Tilden William T MS Compares
See how Tilden William T MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6601 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tilden William T MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bartram John - Main Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST BARNABAS IMS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Morton Thomas G Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | — |
| Patterson John M Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Philadelphia Montessori CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Richard Allen Preparatory CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Independence CS West Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Penrose Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Colwyn El Sch Colwyn | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,812
Median Home Value
$110,400
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
30,312
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tilden William T MS
What grades does Tilden William T MS serve?
Tilden William T MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Tilden William T MS?
Tilden William T MS has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tilden William T MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Tilden William T MS is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tilden William T MS rank in PA?
Tilden William T MS ranks #1,676 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Tilden William T MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Tilden William T MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Tilden William T MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tilden William T MS has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Tilden William T MS a charter school?
No, Tilden William T MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tilden William T MS a Title I school?
No, Tilden William T MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tilden William T MS?
98.9% of students at Tilden William T MS 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (215) 400-8170
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #53 of 218
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