KIRKBRIDE ELIZA B SCHOOL

Kirkbride Eliza B Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 577 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 36 teachers, Kirkbride Eliza B Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Eliza B. Kirkbride School, located in the Passyunk Square neighborhood of South Philadelphia, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, it serves as a neighborhood anchor that reflects the rich cultural and linguistic diversity of the surrounding community. The school is housed in a historic building that has been a long-standing fixture in the area, providing a traditional educational setting for local families.

Academically, Kirkbride is known for its commitment to supporting a diverse student body, including a significant population of English Language Learners. The school focuses on building foundational literacy and math skills while offering various extracurricular activities and community-based programs to enrich the student experience. By fostering a close-knit environment, Kirkbride aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school while promoting values of inclusivity, collaboration, and academic growth within the South Philadelphia community.

For more information, contact Kirkbride Eliza B Sch at (215) 952-6214 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.