Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rhawnhurst 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 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rhawnhurst School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rhawnhurst School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Rhawnhurst 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 Rhawnhurst School is 0.76, 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
#2124 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
24%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhawnhurst School's ranking?
Rhawnhurst School is ranked #2124 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Rhawnhurst School often compared to?
Rhawnhurst Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farrell Louis H School, Pollock Robert B School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rhawnhurst School?
646 students attend Rhawnhurst School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Rhawnhurst School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rhawnhurst School?
Rhawnhurst School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rhawnhurst School offer ?
Rhawnhurst School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rhawnhurst School part of?
Rhawnhurst School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rhawnhurst School located?
Rhawnhurst School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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