Loesche William H Sch

1,263 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
William H. Loesche Elementary School, located in the Somerton neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia, serves students in grades K-5 as part of the School District of Philadelphia. The school is situated in a residential area and functions as a neighborhood anchor, prioritizing a foundational academic environment for its diverse student body. It is generally recognized for its commitment to providing a structured elementary education that focuses on essential literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a supportive community atmosphere for young learners.

The school operates within the broader framework of the Philadelphia public school system, benefiting from various district-wide initiatives aimed at curriculum development and student support services. Like many schools in the district, Loesche Elementary emphasizes the importance of parental involvement and community engagement to enhance the educational experience. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with social-emotional development, the school strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond, maintaining a focus on consistent academic progress and school pride.
1,263
Total Students
85.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Loesche William H Sch
Demographic Student Count
White640
Hispanic59
Black35
Asian476
Two or More48
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    640 (50.7%)
  • Asian
    476 (37.7%)
  • Hispanic
    59 (4.7%)
  • Two or More
    48 (3.8%)
  • Black
    35 (2.8%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
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)400-3020
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 1,263
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 85.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 37
Kindergarten 190
Grade 1 226
Grade 2 218
Grade 3 225
Grade 4 171
Grade 5 196

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Loesche William H Sch
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten37
Kindergarten190
Grade 1226
Grade 2218
Grade 3225
Grade 4171
Grade 5196
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Loesche William H Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female59747.3%
Male66652.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)