The James J. Sullivan School is a historic elementary school that is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sullivan James J 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sullivan James J School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sullivan James J School's student population of 373 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Scholar. Every Day. In Every Classroom, WE WILL SUCCEED!
School Rankings
Sullivan James J 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 Sullivan James J School is 0.63, 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
#2636 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
43%
16%
Black
43%
14%
White
9%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
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 Sullivan James J School's ranking?
Sullivan James J School is ranked #2636 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sullivan James J School often compared to?
Sullivan James J Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ziegler William H School, Lawton Henry W School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sullivan James J School?
373 students attend Sullivan James J School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sullivan James J School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sullivan James J School?
Sullivan James J School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sullivan James J School offer ?
Sullivan James J School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sullivan James J School part of?
Sullivan James J School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sullivan James J School located?
Sullivan James J School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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