Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Overbrook Edu Center 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overbrook Edu Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Overbrook Edu Center's student population of 260 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Jags
School Rankings
Overbrook Edu Center 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 Overbrook Edu Center is 0.19, which is less 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
#2193 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
90%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jags
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overbrook Edu Center's ranking?
Overbrook Edu Center is ranked #2193 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Overbrook Edu Center often compared to?
Overbrook Edu Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Overbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Overbrook Edu Center?
260 students attend Overbrook Edu Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Overbrook Edu Center students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overbrook Edu Center?
Overbrook Edu Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Overbrook Edu Center offer ?
Overbrook Edu Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overbrook Edu Center part of?
Overbrook Edu Center is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Overbrook Edu Center located?
Overbrook Edu Center is located in the Carroll Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Carroll Park.
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