Washington Grover Jr Sch

School Overview
Washington Grover Jr. School, located at 201 E. Olney Avenue in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, serves as a specialized educational facility within the School District of Philadelphia. The school is primarily recognized for its role in providing structured alternative educational programming for students who may require a more focused or supportive environment than what is offered in traditional K-12 settings. It is designed to meet the unique academic and behavioral needs of its student population, fostering an environment that emphasizes both consistent educational progress and social-emotional development.

As a part of the city’s broader commitment to educational equity, Grover Washington Jr. School works to help students overcome barriers to learning and successfully transition back to traditional school settings or prepare for post-secondary opportunities. The school’s location in the densely populated Olney area allows it to serve a diverse student body, focusing on small-group instruction and individualized support plans. By prioritizing a stable learning atmosphere, the institution aims to keep its students engaged, accountable, and on a positive trajectory toward graduation and long-term success.
400
Total Students
28.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washington Grover Jr Sch
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic70
Black272
Asian44
Two or More8
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    272 (68.0%)
  • Hispanic
    70 (17.5%)
  • Asian
    44 (11.0%)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.0%)
  • White
    4 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Philadelphia City SD
Phone: (215)400-3820
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 400
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 5 69
Grade 6 92
Grade 7 124
Grade 8 115

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Washington Grover Jr Sch
Grade Student Count
Grade 569
Grade 692
Grade 7124
Grade 8115
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Washington Grover Jr Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18847%
Male21253%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)