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Elementary Schools

Adaire Alexander School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 1300 E Palmer St, Philadelphia, PA 19125.0

(215)400-7480

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7/10
#501
Rank 501 out of 1,545
Top 32%
English Language Arts9/10 · #232 · 85th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #680 · 56th percentile
Science6/10 · #678 · 52nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the heart of Fishtown and East Kensington — one of Philadelphia's most rapidly evolving neighborhoods — Adaire Alexander School stands out for its notably strong English program, which ranks among the city's best. The school draws families who've settled into the area's rowhouses and coffee shop corridors and want a neighborhood school with real academic backbone. It's a solid choice for parents who value literacy and language arts and don't mind a more mixed picture in math and science, all within one of Philly's most walkable and community-driven zip codes.

Student Demographics

259 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
202 (78%)
Hispanic
30 (12%)
Multiple Races
11 (4%)
Asian
9 (3%)
African American
7 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners3 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged109 (42%)
Students with Disabilities38 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

447
Enrollment
31.6
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #31 · 98th percentile

465 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found