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Olney El Sch

5301 N Water St, Philadelphia, PA 19120

Ranked 442 of 585 in Pennsylvania

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Olney El Sch

5301 N Water St, Philadelphia, PA 19120

About Olney El Sch

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 9%
Reading 29%
State average proficiency is 9% in Math and 29% in Reading.
45
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
693
Total Students
$76537
Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 0.72%
Asian 11.26%
Hispanic 43.15%
Black 42.14%
Two+ Races 2.6%
Native Am. 0.14%
White
0.72%
Asian
11.26%
Hispanic
43.15%
Black
42.14%
Two+ Races
2.6%
Native Am.
0.14%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 693
47.33%
328 Female
52.67%
365 Male

Student Population

693 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

346 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Olney El Sch Contact Information

Address

5301 N Water St, Philadelphia, PA 19120

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Phone

(215) 400-3790

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TOP 442 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Olney El Sch

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM – 3:24 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Olney Elementary School recently celebrated a proud achievement after one of its educators received the prestigious City Year Idealist of the Year award. The recognition highlighted the school’s dedication to leadership, student support, and creating a positive learning environment for families throughout the community. Students also enjoyed a memorable spring formal event featuring a special Prom King and Queen crowning ceremony that strengthened school spirit and engagement. These uplifting activities continue to reflect Olney Elementary’s commitment to celebrating achievement, encouraging leadership, and building a welcoming and supportive culture for all students.

FAQ

Q1. How does Olney El Sch recognize student achievements?

Ans. Olney El Sch recognizes achievements through awards, recognition activities, and school events. The campus promotes motivation and academic success.

Q2. Does Olney El Sch provide leadership opportunities?

Ans. Olney El Sch offers students opportunities to participate in leadership and community-based activities. These programs help students build responsibility and confidence.

Q3. What clubs and activities are available at Olney El Sch?

Ans. Olney El Sch students can participate in arts programs, events, and school celebrations. These activities encourage creativity and positive student engagement.

Q4. How does Olney El Sch involve families in school life?

Ans. Olney El Sch encourages parents and families to participate in school programs and community events. Positive relationships between teachers and families are highly valued.

Q5. Why is Olney El Sch considered a supportive school community?

Ans. Olney El Sch is committed to creating a welcoming environment where students feel encouraged to succeed. Staff members work closely with students to support academic and personal growth.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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