Kearny Gen Philip Sch

189 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
**General Philip Kearny School**, located at 601 Fairmount Ave in the Northern Liberties neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public elementary school serving students in grades K–8. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school plays a central role in its local community, focusing on providing a foundational education that prepares students for high school and beyond. The school is named in honor of Philip Kearny, a notable 19th-century United States Army officer and major general who served in the Mexican–American War and the American Civil War.

The school is situated in a rapidly developing area of Philadelphia, reflecting the diverse and evolving demographics of the Northern Liberties community. Like many schools in the district, Kearny emphasizes a mix of core academic instruction, social-emotional learning, and community engagement. While the school’s facilities and specific academic programming can fluctuate based on district-wide initiatives and funding, it remains a key educational hub for families in the 19123 zip code, striving to support student growth through collaborative efforts between faculty, staff, and neighborhood stakeholders.
189
Total Students
20.3
Full-Time Teachers
9.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kearny Gen Philip Sch
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic36
Black137
Asian1
Two or More10
American Indian1
  • Black
    137 (72.5%)
  • Hispanic
    36 (19.0%)
  • Two or More
    10 (5.3%)
  • White
    4 (2.1%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.5%)
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)400-7590
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 189
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 18
Grade 1 25
Grade 2 16
Grade 3 25
Grade 4 19
Grade 5 23
Grade 6 19
Grade 7 25
Grade 8 19

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kearny Gen Philip Sch
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten18
Grade 125
Grade 216
Grade 325
Grade 419
Grade 523
Grade 619
Grade 725
Grade 819
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kearny Gen Philip Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female10555.6%
Male8444.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)