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Elementary Schools

Spring Garden School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 1146 Mellon St, Philadelphia, PA 19123.0

(215)400-7610

1/10
#1508
Rank 1508 out of 1,545
Top 98%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1471 · 5th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1508 · 2nd percentile
Science1/10 · #1405 · 1st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Spring Garden School sits in one of Philadelphia's most rapidly changing neighborhoods, where historic rowhouses meet new development and a growing young professional crowd — but the school's numbers suggest it hasn't yet kept pace with the neighborhood's momentum. Families who are drawn to the area for its walkability, proximity to the Art Museum district, and easy access to Center City may find themselves weighing Spring Garden School carefully against other options in the district. For parents prioritizing academics, it's worth doing a thorough visit and talking to current families to get a real feel for what's happening inside the building.

Student Demographics

161 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
85 (53%)
Hispanic
69 (43%)
White
3 (2%)
Multiple Races
3 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners49 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged148 (92%)
Students with Disabilities21 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

235
Enrollment
16.6
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 · #8 · 100th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found