Serving 850 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Holme Thomas 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holme Thomas School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holme Thomas School's student population of 850 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holme Thomas 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 Holme Thomas School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2113 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
28%
16%
Black
19%
14%
White
30%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Philadelphia City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holme Thomas School's ranking?
Holme Thomas School is ranked #2113 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Holme Thomas School often compared to?
Holme Thomas Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hancock Demonstration School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Holme Thomas School?
850 students attend Holme Thomas School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Holme Thomas School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holme Thomas School?
Holme Thomas School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holme Thomas School offer ?
Holme Thomas School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holme Thomas School part of?
Holme Thomas School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Holme Thomas School located?
Holme Thomas School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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