Penn Alexander School

4209 SPRUCE ST PHILADELPHIA PA 19104

About Penn Alexander School

Penn Alexander School 4209 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA Penn Alexander School makes a name as one of the most effective of Philly’s K–8 public schools 579 students. One of the captivating schools in the state, it ranks #105 in the Pennsylvania Elementary Schools and a remarkable #5 in Middle Schools, making it the top elementary school in Pennsylvania. And with 70% of students proficient in math and 83% proficient in reading, they are scoring among the best in the state.

?Supported by a low 16:1 student-teacher ratio, 36 certified teachers, and one counselor, the school has great learning support. The school's 55% minority enrollment and 100% economically disadvantaged students are a testament to the diversity and resilience of the community it serves. Notably, Penn Alexander's middle school math program is ranked 3rd in the state and stands as a model of academic strength and equity.

Contact Information

Address

4209 SPRUCE ST PHILADELPHIA PA 19104

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Phone

(215) 400-7760

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 48%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 48% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
11
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
579
Total Students
$69020
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 68 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Penn Alexander School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
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
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

68

of 108 in Pennsylvania

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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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:50 AM - 3:09 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:35 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.

Student Demographics

White 45.4%
Asian 26.8%
Hispanic 4.7%
Black 13.1%
Two+ Races 9.8%
Native Am. 0%
White
45.4%
Asian
26.8%
Hispanic
4.7%
Black
13.1%
Two+ Races
9.8%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 579
48.9%
283 Female
51.1%
296 Male

Student Population

579 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

576 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Students from 4th to 8th grade at Penn Alexander School in Philadelphia recently put on a spring musical performance of Frozen Jr. which was met with enthusiastic community support. In addition to the musical, the school hosted the 13th Annual 5K Run for Art & Science, which funds student programs. Over the summer, students and their families had the chance to work on volunteer gardening projects, in addition to completing reading packets. School supplies and medications were organized and picked up via EduKit through the Home & School Association.

FAQ

Q: Does Penn Alexander School have special programs?

A: Yes, the school has enrichment programs in STEM, arts, music, and language.

Q: How does Penn Alexander School help students learn?

A: To help students do well, the school has small classes, qualified teachers, and learning programs designed for each student.

Q: Can parents get involved at Penn Alexander School?

A: Yes, the school wants parents to participate through PTO events, volunteering, and joining school committees.

Q: What are Penn Alexander School's academic strengths?

A: The school is known for its demanding academics, good student results, and a helpful learning setting.

Q: Does Penn Alexander School offer transportation?

A: Yes, the school provides bus service for students who qualify and live in the school district, making travel safer and easier.

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
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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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
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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