Needs Improvement
#2826 of 2,846 schools in PA
Welsh John Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
2331 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,826 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#288 of 300
public schools
In district
#211 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Welsh John Sch
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About Welsh John Sch
Welsh John Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Welsh John Sch serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Welsh John Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,826 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Welsh John Sch show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Welsh John 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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Welsh John Sch — Students at Welsh John 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: 1.6/10.
How Welsh John Sch Compares
See how Welsh John Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2331 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Welsh John Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hackett Horatio B Sch (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brown Henry A Sch (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VISITATION SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Moffet John Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,756
Median Home Value
$85,100
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
25,694
College Educated
7.3%
Homeownership
42.8%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
41.2%
Median Age
35.6
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| Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.3 |
| Martin Sch New Kensington, PA | 2.3 |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.4 |
| Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.5 |
| Lamberton Robert E Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Welsh John Sch
What grades does Welsh John Sch serve?
Welsh John Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Welsh John Sch?
Welsh John Sch has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Welsh John Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Welsh John Sch is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Welsh John Sch rank in PA?
Welsh John Sch ranks #2,826 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Welsh John Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Welsh John Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Welsh John Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Welsh John Sch has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Welsh John Sch a charter school?
No, Welsh John Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Welsh John Sch a Title I school?
No, Welsh John Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Welsh John Sch?
100.0% of students at Welsh John 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
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.6%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7130
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #211 of 218
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