STANTON EDWIN M SCHOOL

Stanton Edwin M Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 269 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Stanton Edwin M Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Edwin M. Stanton School, located at 1700 Christian Street in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public elementary school serving students in grades K-8. Situated in a rapidly developing area of the city, the school has historically served as a central community hub. It operates under the School District of Philadelphia and is known for its proximity to local amenities and its role in the diverse social fabric of South Philadelphia.

In recent years, the school has navigated the complexities of urban education, balancing shifts in neighborhood demographics with the ongoing goal of providing consistent academic support to its student body. The school community often emphasizes a neighborhood-focused approach, fostering collaboration between educators, parents, and local residents. While it has faced the same structural and budgetary challenges common to many Philadelphia public schools, Stanton remains a vital institution dedicated to the foundational development of its young learners within the city’s public system.

For more information, contact Stanton Edwin M Sch at (215) 875-3185 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.