George W. Nebinger Elementary School is a Kâ8 school located in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a part of the School District of Philadelphia. Its historic school building was designed by Irwin T. Catharine and built in 1924â1925.
Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nebinger George W School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nebinger George W School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Nebinger George W School's student population of 391 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nebinger George 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 Nebinger George W School is 0.74, 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
#1581 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
22%
16%
Black
36%
14%
White
28%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Philadelphia City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nebinger George W School's ranking?
Nebinger George W School is ranked #1581 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nebinger George W School often compared to?
Nebinger George W Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meredith William M School, Vare-washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nebinger George W School?
391 students attend Nebinger George W School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Nebinger George W School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nebinger George W School?
Nebinger George W School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nebinger George W School offer ?
Nebinger George W School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nebinger George W School part of?
Nebinger George W School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Nebinger George W School located?
Nebinger George W School is located in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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