BARTON CLARA SCHOOL

Barton Clara Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 696 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd 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 42 teachers, Barton Clara 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.

Clara Barton Elementary School, located at 4600 Rosehill St in the Feltonville neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public school serving students in grades K–5. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school is situated in a densely populated urban area, serving a diverse student body that reflects the multicultural fabric of North Philadelphia. The school building is a historic structure that serves as a central hub for the surrounding residential community.

Academically, Clara Barton Elementary focuses on foundational literacy and mathematics, working to meet the diverse needs of its students, many of whom are English Language Learners. The school provides a traditional elementary curriculum, supplemented by support services aimed at fostering student growth and social-emotional development. By partnering with neighborhood organizations and maintaining close ties with local families, the school strives to provide a stable, supportive educational environment despite the challenges often faced by schools in large urban districts.

For more information, contact Barton Clara Sch at (215) 456-3007 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.