SHEPPARD ISAAC SCHOOL

Sheppard Isaac Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 168 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 12 teachers, Sheppard Isaac 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.

Isaac Sheppard School (often referred to as the Isaac Sheppard School building) is a historic educational landmark located in the Fairhill neighborhood of Philadelphia. Designed by the renowned architect Henry Dounce Dagit and constructed in 1909, the building is a prominent example of early 20th-century institutional architecture. It is widely recognized for its striking limestone facade, intricate detailing, and its status as a contributing property to the local architectural landscape, earning it a place on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.

For over a century, the school served as a cornerstone of the local community, providing education to generations of Philadelphia youth. While the school itself closed its doors to traditional K-12 instruction several years ago as part of the School District of Philadelphia’s consolidation efforts, the building remains a significant cultural monument. Today, it is largely viewed through the lens of historic preservation, serving as a reminder of the city’s commitment to grand, civic-minded public school design during the early 1900s.

For more information, contact Sheppard Isaac Sch at (215) 291-4711 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.