Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waring Laura W 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-8
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waring Laura W School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waring Laura W School's student population of 210 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Waring Laura W 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 Waring Laura W School is 0.50, 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
#2561 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
69%
14%
White
15%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
6%
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 Waring Laura W School's ranking?
Waring Laura W School is ranked #2561 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Waring Laura W School often compared to?
Waring Laura W Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bache-martin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Waring Laura W School?
210 students attend Waring Laura W School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Waring Laura W School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waring Laura W School?
Waring Laura W School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waring Laura W School offer ?
Waring Laura W School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waring Laura W School part of?
Waring Laura W School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Waring Laura W School located?
Waring Laura W School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
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