Henry C. Lea Elementary School is an historic elementary school which is located in the Walnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia and was named after the publisher, civic activist and historian Henry Charles Lea.
Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lea Henry C School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lea Henry C School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lea Henry C School's student population of 484 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Rankings
Lea Henry C School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lea Henry C School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2290 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
59%
14%
White
12%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lea Henry C School's ranking?
Lea Henry C School is ranked #2290 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lea Henry C School often compared to?
Lea Henry C Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Alexander School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lea Henry C School?
484 students attend Lea Henry C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lea Henry C School students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lea Henry C School?
Lea Henry C School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lea Henry C School offer ?
Lea Henry C School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lea Henry C School part of?
Lea Henry C School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lea Henry C School located?
Lea Henry C School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
School Reviews
5 6/11/2021
I had a wonderful and joyous education at Lea school, from 1947 to 1954. I cherish the memories that I have. Now, I am an adjunct professor of reading and writing and esl at St Petersburg College. I look at the testing scores and wish I were there to teach those kids Alas, at 80 years old, with 2 Master's degrees, no school department would hire me. I wish you well with the students. They are my heart.
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