Penrose School

Penrose School sits in the Eastwick neighborhood of Southwest Philadelphia, a tight-knit, largely residential community near the airport that tends to fly under the radar compared to other parts of the city. The school's scores reflect real challenges, and families here are navigating a district where resources and outcomes vary widely from block to block. For families rooted in the Eastwick or nearby Elmwood communities, Penrose is the neighborhood school, and understanding where it stands academically can help parents think about how to best support their kids — whether through enrichment programs, tutoring, or community partnerships.