Robert E. Lamberton High School was an American high school located in the Overbrook Park section of Philadelphia. The school was closed in 2013 as part of Philadelphia's shutdown of 23 district-run schools. Displaced students were enrolled in Overbrook High School.
Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lamberton Robert E 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 99% 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: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamberton Robert E School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lamberton Robert E School's student population of 341 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence is our only Goal!
School Rankings
Lamberton Robert E 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 Lamberton Robert E School is 0.22, which is less 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
#2691 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
88%
14%
White
1%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamberton Robert E School's ranking?
Lamberton Robert E School is ranked #2691 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lamberton Robert E School?
341 students attend Lamberton Robert E School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lamberton Robert E School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamberton Robert E School?
Lamberton Robert E School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lamberton Robert E School offer ?
Lamberton Robert E School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamberton Robert E School part of?
Lamberton Robert E School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lamberton Robert E School located?
Lamberton Robert E School is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
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