Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prince Hall 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prince Hall School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Prince Hall School's student population of 375 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
THE BEST BETWEEN HEAVEN AND EARTH
School Rankings
Prince Hall 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 Prince Hall School is 0.13, 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
#2508 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
93%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Prince Hall School's ranking?
Prince Hall School is ranked #2508 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Prince Hall School often compared to?
Prince Hall Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennell Joseph School, Widener Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Prince Hall School?
375 students attend Prince Hall School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Prince Hall School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prince Hall School?
Prince Hall School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prince Hall School offer ?
Prince Hall School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prince Hall School part of?
Prince Hall School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Prince Hall School located?
Prince Hall 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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