ARTHUR CHESTER A SCHOOL

Arthur Chester A Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 253 students offering grade levels from 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 19 teachers, Arthur Chester A Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Arthur Chester A. School (commonly known as the **Arthur C. Elementary School**) is a public school serving students in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia. Located at 2000 Catharine Street, the school is situated in a historic and rapidly evolving area of South Philadelphia. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the institution focuses on providing foundational elementary education to a diverse student body, often emphasizing community integration and neighborhood engagement.

The school is notable for its historic architecture and its role as a local anchor in a high-demand urban district. Because it sits in a neighborhood that has experienced significant demographic and economic shifts over the past two decades, the school has become a focal point for local families seeking public education options within walking distance of their homes. Prospective parents or visitors typically look to the School District of Philadelphia’s official website or the school’s individual office for the most current data regarding academic performance, enrollment policies, and specific grade-level offerings.

For more information, contact Arthur Chester A Sch at (215) 875-5774 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.