Below Average
#2333 of 2,846 schools in PA
Waring Laura W Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
1801 Green St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,333 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#158 of 300
public schools
In district
#113 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Waring Laura W Sch
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About Waring Laura W Sch
Waring Laura W Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Waring Laura W Sch serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Waring Laura W Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,333 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Waring Laura W Sch show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Waring Laura W 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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Waring Laura W Sch — Students at Waring Laura W Sch score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101%
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: 5.6/10.
How Waring Laura W Sch Compares
See how Waring Laura W Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1801 Green St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waring Laura W Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bache-Martin Sch (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR HOUSE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | — |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Franklin LC Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Science Leadership Academy Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Math Civics and Sciences CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Bache-Martin Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| People for People CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.1 |
| Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Russell Byers CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| CLEMENTINE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Spring Garden Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,436
Median Home Value
$483,500
Median Rent
$1,836/mo
Population
30,424
College Educated
78.5%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waring Laura W Sch
What grades does Waring Laura W Sch serve?
Waring Laura W Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Waring Laura W Sch?
Waring Laura W Sch has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waring Laura W Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Waring Laura W Sch is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waring Laura W Sch rank in PA?
Waring Laura W Sch ranks #2,333 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Waring Laura W Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Waring Laura W Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Waring Laura W Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waring Laura W Sch has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Waring Laura W Sch a charter school?
No, Waring Laura W Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waring Laura W Sch a Title I school?
No, Waring Laura W Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waring Laura W Sch?
101.0% of students at Waring Laura W 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
- 210
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.9%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7560
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #113 of 218
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