The Laura H. Carnell School is a historic elementary school located in the Oxford Circle neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States at 1100 Devereaux Avenue. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia.
Serving 637 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carnell Laura H 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carnell Laura H School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carnell Laura H School's student population of 637 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Carnell Laura H 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 Carnell Laura H School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2636 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
45%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnell Laura H School's ranking?
Carnell Laura H School is ranked #2636 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Carnell Laura H School often compared to?
Carnell Laura H Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moore J Hampton School, Crossan Kennedy C School, Tacony Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Carnell Laura H School?
637 students attend Carnell Laura H School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Carnell Laura H School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carnell Laura H School?
Carnell Laura H School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carnell Laura H School offer ?
Carnell Laura H School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carnell Laura H School part of?
Carnell Laura H School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Carnell Laura H School located?
Carnell Laura H School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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