Delaplaine McDaniel School is a historic K-8 school located in the Point Breeze neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia. The building was designed by Irwin T. Catharine and built in 1935–1937.
Serving 232 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mcdaniel Delaplaine School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School's student population of 232 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
School Rankings
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdaniel Delaplaine School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2650 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
77%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdaniel Delaplaine School's ranking?
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School is ranked #2650 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mcdaniel Delaplaine School often compared to?
Mcdaniel Delaplaine Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gamp, Bregy F Amedee School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mcdaniel Delaplaine School?
232 students attend Mcdaniel Delaplaine School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mcdaniel Delaplaine School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdaniel Delaplaine School?
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcdaniel Delaplaine School offer ?
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdaniel Delaplaine School part of?
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdaniel Delaplaine School located?
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School is located in the South Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Philadelphia.
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