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Elementary Schools

Potter-Thomas School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 3001 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19133.0

(215)400-7120

1/10
#1509
Rank 1509 out of 1,545
Top 98%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1514 · 2nd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1489 · 4th percentile
Science1/10 · #1369 · 3rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Potter-Thomas School sits in North Philadelphia, a neighborhood with deep roots and a strong sense of community identity, where families are closely tied to their local schools. The school serves a population that faces real challenges, and like many urban schools in this part of the city, it's working hard within a system that asks a lot of its educators and staff. Families in the area who are exploring options may want to visit in person and connect with teachers directly to get a feel for the classroom culture and any enrichment programs that might not show up in the numbers.

Student Demographics

228 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
172 (75%)
African American
54 (24%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners46 (20%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged214 (94%)
Students with Disabilities72 (32%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

326
Enrollment
23.1
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 · #63 · 96th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found