Summary:
The 19127 zip code in Philadelphia has only one school, Dobson James School, which serves grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 241 students. Dobson James School is part of the Philadelphia City School District, which is ranked 494 out of 606 districts in Pennsylvania and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Dobson James School appears to be a standout school in the 19127 zip code, as it is the only school listed in the data set. The school has a diverse student population, with 48.13% White, 31.54% African American, 8.71% Hispanic, 3.32% Asian, 0.41% Native American, and 7.88% two or more races. Academically, Dobson James School's proficiency rates in math, science, and English Language Arts are generally higher than the Philadelphia City School District and Pennsylvania state averages, with the exception of 6th grade math. However, the school has a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among its student population.
Despite its academic performance, Dobson James School has a statewide ranking of 932 out of 1,534 Pennsylvania elementary schools and is rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. The school's ranking and rating have remained relatively consistent over the past few years. Additionally, the school's high per-student spending of $22,389 and low student-teacher ratio of 11.2 suggest that the school is dedicating significant resources to support its economically disadvantaged student population.
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