¶¶Òô³ÉÈË

Clymer George School (Closed 2012)

1201 West Rush St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Clymer George School serves 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 28% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (PA)
(10-11)
30%
76%
(10-11)
28%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
87%
14%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% PA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average).
How many students attend Clymer George School?
434 students attend Clymer George School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Clymer George School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clymer George School?
Clymer George School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clymer George School offer ?
Clymer George School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Clymer George School part of?
Clymer George School is part of Philadelphia City School District.

Recent Articles

School Vouchers: Updated Pros and Cons (2025 Review)
School Vouchers: Updated Pros and Cons (2025 Review)
Comprehensive 2025 analysis of school vouchers, weighing benefits and challenges for families, funding, outcomes, and policy directions.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Homework in 2025
Benefits and Drawbacks of Homework in 2025
Explore updated 2025 insights on homework’s benefits, drawbacks, mental health impact, best practices, and policy trends in U.S. public schools.
Charter Schools vs Public Schools 2025: Key Differences & Trends
Charter Schools vs Public Schools 2025: Key Differences & Trends
Explore updated 2025 insights comparing charter schools vs public schools, enrollment, academic outcomes, funding, and real-world examples for families and educators.

Quick Links