MCCLURE ALEXANDER K SCHOOL

McClure Alexander K Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 635 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 34 teachers, McClure Alexander K Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

**Alexander K. McClure Elementary School**, located at 600 W. Hunting Park Ave in the Hunting Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school serves a diverse, predominantly urban community, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction in a supportive learning environment. The school building itself is a historic structure that serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, reflecting the district's ongoing efforts to integrate modern educational standards into established community landmarks.

Academically, McClure Elementary emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. The school’s mission generally aligns with the broader district goals of fostering equity and ensuring that students are prepared for middle school transitions. Because it is situated in a high-need area, the school often benefits from various district-led initiatives, community partnerships, and extracurricular programs designed to enrich the student experience and provide additional support services for families in the Hunting Park community.

For more information, contact McClure Alexander K Sch at (215) 456-3001 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.