Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stearne Allen M 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stearne Allen M School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stearne Allen M School's student population of 386 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Stearne Allen M 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 Stearne Allen M School is 0.58, 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
#2724 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
41%
15%
Black
50%
14%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
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 Stearne Allen M School's ranking?
Stearne Allen M School is ranked #2724 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stearne Allen M School often compared to?
Stearne Allen M Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkinson Francis School, Sullivan James J School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Stearne Allen M School?
386 students attend Stearne Allen M School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Stearne Allen M School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stearne Allen M School?
Stearne Allen M School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stearne Allen M School offer ?
Stearne Allen M School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stearne Allen M School part of?
Stearne Allen M School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Stearne Allen M School located?
Stearne Allen M School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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