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Patterson John M School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 7000 Buist Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142.0

(215)400-8190

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2/10
#1339
Rank 1339 out of 1,545
Top 87%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1351 · 13th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1299 · 16th percentile
Science2/10 · #1231 · 13th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Patterson John M School sits in the Kingsessing neighborhood of Southwest Philadelphia, a tight-knit, working-class community with deep roots and a strong sense of place. The school serves families who are embedded in this part of the city, and like many schools in the district, it faces the real challenges that come with limited resources in a dense urban environment. Families drawn here tend to be those who are active in the community and looking for ways to supplement their child's education through local programs, libraries, and the broader Philadelphia city ecosystem.

Student Demographics

116 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
93 (80%)
Hispanic
11 (9%)
Asian
7 (6%)
Multiple Races
3 (3%)
Other
2 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners18 (16%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged100 (86%)
Students with Disabilities19 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

391
Enrollment
27.7
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 Programs8/10 · #345 · 78th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found