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John B. Kelly Elementary School

PHONE: (215) 400-3580 SCHOOL TYPE: Public District Neighborhood GRADES: K-5 ENROLLMENT: 401

Fast Facts

  • Principal

    Dr. Victoria Pressley

  • Phone Number

    (215) 400-3580

  • Website

  • Neighborhood

    Germantown

  • SEPTA Routes

    Bus (53, H, K, XH), RR (Queen Lane)

  • Preschool/Daycare

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  • Application Deadline

    2023-12-10

  • Tuition

  • Uniform

    No Data Reported

  • Extended Day

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Mission

We believe all children can learn at high levels. We believe all children can reach their learning potential and that the achievement gap can be eliminated. We believe schools have an enormous impact on children's lives. We believe the School District of Philadelphia can become a high-performing organization. We believe all children should be educated in a safe and orderly environment.

Points Of Pride

Project Eat.Right.Now nutrition program for students. First in Math (grades 1 to 6). Achieve 3000 (grades 3 to 6). CLI model classroom for the School District of Philadelphia. Student performances: choir, talent show, spring musical and more.

Admissions Policy

Students must live within designated catchment boundaries; students may apply to a school(s) outside of their neighborhood and will be considered via lottery based on a available space.

Accreditations and Honors

Kelly has made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for three consecutive years. We received a certificate of excellence for our commitment to promoting a healthier school environment.

Hours of Operation

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