Shaw Anna H Middle School serves 189 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 32% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)32%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
99%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
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
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 73% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% PA state average).
How many students attend Shaw Anna H Middle School?
189 students attend Shaw Anna H Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Shaw Anna H Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaw Anna H Middle School?
Shaw Anna H Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shaw Anna H Middle School offer ?
Shaw Anna H Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Shaw Anna H Middle School part of?
Shaw Anna H Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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