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Lowell James R School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 450 W Nedro Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120.0

(215)400-3740

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2/10
#1349
Rank 1349 out of 1,545
Top 87%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1358 · 12th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1322 · 14th percentile
Science2/10 · #1223 · 14th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Lowell James R School sits in the bustling Olney neighborhood of North Philadelphia, a dense, working-class community with deep roots and a strong sense of local pride. Families here tend to be deeply invested in their children's futures, and the school reflects the diverse, multilingual character of the surrounding area. For families who are engaged and looking to supplement their child's education with outside resources, Olney offers plenty of community organizations and programs that can help round out the experience.

Student Demographics

145 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
84 (58%)
Hispanic
33 (23%)
Asian
19 (13%)
White
4 (3%)
Multiple Races
4 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners26 (18%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged130 (90%)
Students with Disabilities23 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

504
Enrollment
35.7
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 Programs9/10 · #170 · 89th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found