Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rhodes E Washington School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rhodes E Washington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rhodes E Washington School's student population of 354 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rhodes E Washington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rhodes E Washington School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2705 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
88%
14%
White
1%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhodes E Washington School's ranking?
Rhodes E Washington School is ranked #2705 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Rhodes E Washington School often compared to?
Rhodes E Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peirce Thomas M School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rhodes E Washington School?
354 students attend Rhodes E Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rhodes E Washington School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rhodes E Washington School?
Rhodes E Washington School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rhodes E Washington School offer ?
Rhodes E Washington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rhodes E Washington School part of?
Rhodes E Washington School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rhodes E Washington School located?
Rhodes E Washington School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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