Serving 348 students in grades 5-8, Tilden William T MiddleSchool 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tilden William T MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tilden William T MiddleSchool's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tilden William T MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tilden William T MiddleSchool is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2249 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
76%
14%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tilden William T MiddleSchool's ranking?
Tilden William T MiddleSchool is ranked #2249 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tilden William T MiddleSchool?
348 students attend Tilden William T MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Tilden William T MiddleSchool students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tilden William T MiddleSchool?
Tilden William T MiddleSchool has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tilden William T MiddleSchool offer ?
Tilden William T MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Tilden William T MiddleSchool part of?
Tilden William T MiddleSchool is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Tilden William T MiddleSchool located?
Tilden William T MiddleSchool is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Elmwood Park.
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