Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hackett Horatio B School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Hackett Horatio B School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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Hackett Horatio B School's student population of 442 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Hackett Horatio B School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackett Horatio B School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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What is Hackett Horatio B School's ranking?
Hackett Horatio B School is ranked #1227 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hackett Horatio B School often compared to?
Hackett Horatio B Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adaire Alexander School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hackett Horatio B School?
442 students attend Hackett Horatio B School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hackett Horatio B School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hackett Horatio B School?
Hackett Horatio B School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hackett Horatio B School offer ?
Hackett Horatio B School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hackett Horatio B School part of?
Hackett Horatio B School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hackett Horatio B School located?
Hackett Horatio B School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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