Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nebinger George W 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 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nebinger George W School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Nebinger George W School's student population of 404 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Nebinger George W 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 Nebinger George W School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1979 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
36%
14%
White
26%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
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 Nebinger George W School's ranking?
Nebinger George W School is ranked #1979 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nebinger George W School often compared to?
Nebinger George W Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meredith William M School, Vare-washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nebinger George W School?
404 students attend Nebinger George W School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Nebinger George W School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nebinger George W School?
Nebinger George W School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nebinger George W School offer ?
Nebinger George W School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nebinger George W School part of?
Nebinger George W School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Nebinger George W School located?
Nebinger George W School is located in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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