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Middle Schools

McCloskey John F School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 8500 Pickering St, Philadelphia, PA 19150.0

(215)400-3380

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2/10
#462
Rank 462 out of 520
Top 89%
English Language Arts2/10 · #463 · 11th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #451 · 13th percentile
Science2/10 · #420 · 11th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

McCloskey John F School sits in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Somerton-adjacent Mt. Airy/Ogontz area, a part of the city with tight-knit block associations and a strong sense of community pride. Families here tend to be deeply rooted in the neighborhood, and the school reflects that close community feel. While academic scores place it in a challenging tier statewide, families who are engaged and looking to be active partners in their child's education will find a school where that involvement can make a real difference.

Student Demographics

157 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
151 (96%)
Multiple Races
4 (3%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged117 (75%)
Students with Disabilities40 (25%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

228
Enrollment
16.1
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 · #46 · 91st percentile

209 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found