Loesche William H Sch

1,012 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
William H. Loesche Elementary School, located in the Somerton neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia, serves students in grades K-5 as part of the School District of Philadelphia. The school is situated in a residential area and functions as a neighborhood anchor, prioritizing a foundational academic environment for its diverse student body. It is generally recognized for its commitment to providing a structured elementary education that focuses on essential literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a supportive community atmosphere for young learners.

The school operates within the broader framework of the Philadelphia public school system, benefiting from various district-wide initiatives aimed at curriculum development and student support services. Like many schools in the district, Loesche Elementary emphasizes the importance of parental involvement and community engagement to enhance the educational experience. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with social-emotional development, the school strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond, maintaining a focus on consistent academic progress and school pride.
1,012
Total Students
69.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Loesche William H Sch
Demographic Student Count
White487
Hispanic60
Black43
Asian373
Two or More44
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    487 (48.1 %)
  • Asian
    373 (36.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    60 (5.9 %)
  • Two or More
    44 (4.3 %)
  • Black
    43 (4.2 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Philadelphia City SD
Phone: (215)400-3020
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 1,012
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 69.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 39
Kindergarten 157
Grade 1 177
Grade 2 161
Grade 3 165
Grade 4 155
Grade 5 158

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Loesche William H Sch
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten39
Kindergarten157
Grade 1177
Grade 2161
Grade 3165
Grade 4155
Grade 5158
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Loesche William H Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female47647%
Male53653%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)