Needs Improvement
#2829 of 2,846 schools in PA
Willard Frances E Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
2900 Emerald St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,829 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#291 of 300
public schools
In district
#214 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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About Willard Frances E Sch
Willard Frances E Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Willard Frances E Sch serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard Frances E Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,829 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Willard Frances E Sch show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% 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
59% of students at Willard Frances E 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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Willard Frances E Sch — Students at Willard Frances E Sch score 13% 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 34 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: 1.9/10.
How Willard Frances E Sch Compares
See how Willard Frances E Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2900 Emerald St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard Frances E Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hackett Horatio B Sch (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brown Henry A Sch (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VISITATION SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Conwell Russell MS Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Mastbaum Jules E Area Vocational-Technical School Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Sheridan Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| John B Stetson MS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 1.5 |
| Webster Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Richmond Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| LIGUORI ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE INTERPAROCHIAL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Community Academy of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Deep Roots CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Cramp William Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,849
Median Home Value
$127,500
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
56,750
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
36.9%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willard Frances E Sch
What grades does Willard Frances E Sch serve?
Willard Frances E Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Willard Frances E Sch?
Willard Frances E Sch has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Frances E Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard Frances E 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 Willard Frances E Sch rank in PA?
Willard Frances E Sch ranks #2,829 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Willard Frances E Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard Frances E 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 Willard Frances E Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard Frances E Sch has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Willard Frances E Sch a charter school?
No, Willard Frances E Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard Frances E Sch a Title I school?
No, Willard Frances E Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willard Frances E Sch?
100.0% of students at Willard Frances E 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.2%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7180
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #214 of 218
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