F. Amadee Bregy School is a historic school located in the Marconi Plaza neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia. The building was designed by Irwin T. Catharine and built in 1923–1924.
Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bregy F Amedee 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bregy F Amedee School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bregy F Amedee School's student population of 264 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
As a Bregy family, our vision is to foster academic excellence for a diverse community of learners.
School Rankings
Bregy F Amedee 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 Bregy F Amedee School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2128 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
43%
14%
White
24%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bregy F Amedee School's ranking?
Bregy F Amedee School is ranked #2128 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bregy F Amedee School often compared to?
Bregy F Amedee Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdaniel Delaplaine School, Girard Stephen School, Mastery Cs -thomas Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bregy F Amedee School?
264 students attend Bregy F Amedee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bregy F Amedee School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bregy F Amedee School?
Bregy F Amedee School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bregy F Amedee School offer ?
Bregy F Amedee School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bregy F Amedee School part of?
Bregy F Amedee School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bregy F Amedee School located?
Bregy F Amedee School is located in the South Philadelphia West neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Philadelphia West.
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