DISSTON HAMILTON SCHOOL

Disston Hamilton Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 890 students offering grade levels from 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 43 teachers, Disston Hamilton Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 school located at 6801 Cottage Street in Philadelphia is officially known as the **Hamilton Disston School**. It is a public elementary school serving the Tacony neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia and is part of the School District of Philadelphia. The school primarily serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade, playing a central role in the local community by providing foundational education to neighborhood children.

The facility itself is a historic landmark in the area, often recognized for its traditional architecture that reflects the long-standing educational history of the Tacony community. As a public institution, the school focuses on standard core curricula including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while striving to support the diverse needs of its urban student population. For parents and community members, the school serves not only as an academic center but also as a hub for neighborhood engagement and youth development.

For more information, contact Disston Hamilton Sch at (215) 335-5661 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.