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Elementary Schools

Samuel Pennypacker School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 1858 East Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19138.0

(215)400-3510

1/10
#1484
Rank 1484 out of 1,545
Top 96%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1436 · 7th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1495 · 3rd percentile
Science1/10 · #1373 · 3rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Samuel Pennypacker School sits in the heart of West Oak Lane, a tight-knit residential neighborhood in Northwest Philadelphia known for its tree-lined streets and strong sense of community pride. The school faces some real academic headwinds, with scores in math and science placing it in the lower tier statewide, making it a consideration for families who are actively engaged in supplementing their child's education at home or through outside programs. For families already rooted in the neighborhood who value community connection and are ready to be hands-on advocates for their kids, Pennypacker can still be a familiar, local anchor — but it's worth going in with eyes open about the academic challenges.

Student Demographics

172 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
160 (93%)
Hispanic
10 (6%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners7 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged146 (85%)
Students with Disabilities25 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

328
Enrollment
23.2
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 · #146 · 91st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found