Washington Grover Jr Sch
443 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Washington Grover Jr. School, located at 201 E. Olney Avenue in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, serves as a specialized educational facility within the School District of Philadelphia. The school is primarily recognized for its role in providing structured alternative educational programming for students who may require a more focused or supportive environment than what is offered in traditional K-12 settings. It is designed to meet the unique academic and behavioral needs of its student population, fostering an environment that emphasizes both consistent educational progress and social-emotional development.
As a part of the city’s broader commitment to educational equity, Grover Washington Jr. School works to help students overcome barriers to learning and successfully transition back to traditional school settings or prepare for post-secondary opportunities. The school’s location in the densely populated Olney area allows it to serve a diverse student body, focusing on small-group instruction and individualized support plans. By prioritizing a stable learning atmosphere, the institution aims to keep its students engaged, accountable, and on a positive trajectory toward graduation and long-term success.
As a part of the city’s broader commitment to educational equity, Grover Washington Jr. School works to help students overcome barriers to learning and successfully transition back to traditional school settings or prepare for post-secondary opportunities. The school’s location in the densely populated Olney area allows it to serve a diverse student body, focusing on small-group instruction and individualized support plans. By prioritizing a stable learning atmosphere, the institution aims to keep its students engaged, accountable, and on a positive trajectory toward graduation and long-term success.
443
Total Students
26.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic | 79 |
| Black | 289 |
| Asian | 42 |
| Two or More | 25 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black289 (65.2 %)
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Hispanic79 (17.8 %)
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Asian42 (9.5 %)
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Two or More25 (5.6 %)
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White7 (1.6 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Philadelphia City SD |
| Phone: | (215)400-3820 |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 443 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
101
Grade 6
116
Grade 7
113
Grade 8
113
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 101 |
| Grade 6 | 116 |
| Grade 7 | 113 |
| Grade 8 | 113 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 214 | 48.3% |
| Male | 229 | 51.7% |
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