Hunting Park, Philadelphia facts for kids
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Hunting Park
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Hunting Park shopping area at Broad Street
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| Country |  United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Philadelphia County |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Area code(s) | 215, 267 and 445 |
Hunting Park is a lively neighborhood located in the northern part of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It's a place where many families live and go to school.
In 2005, homes in the Hunting Park area (which includes the 19140 ZIP code) had a typical sale price of about $39,650. Several important schools in the neighborhood, like the Clara Barton School, Alexander K. McClure School, and Bayard Taylor School, are recognized as historic places on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Hunting Park's History
In the years leading up to 2010, people living in Hunting Park worked together to make their community safer. They started campaigns to reduce crime and improve their neighborhood.
Exploring Hunting Park's Location
Hunting Park is located in a specific part of Philadelphia. You can find it north of Sedgley Avenue, east of the old SEPTA R7 railroad line, south of Roosevelt Boulevard, and west of Front Street. It shares borders with other neighborhoods like Logan to the north, Feltonville to the east, Fairhill to the south, and Nicetown–Tioga to the southwest.
Who Lives in Hunting Park?
According to the 2010 Census, the people living in Hunting Park come from many different backgrounds. About 56% of the residents were of Hispanic heritage, including many Puerto Ricans and Dominicans. About 38.1% were African Americans. There were also smaller groups of non-Hispanic white and Asian residents. This mix of cultures makes Hunting Park a very diverse place.
Parks and Fun in Hunting Park
A big part of the Hunting Park neighborhood is a large park also called Hunting Park. This park is about 87 acres (35 hectares) and is part of Fairmount Park, one of the largest urban parks in the world.
For many years, Hunting Park was a central gathering spot for the community. However, about 25 years before 2010, the park faced some challenges. But soon, community groups started working hard to bring the park back to life and make it a safe and fun place for everyone again.
Community Services in Hunting Park
The U.S. Post Office has a branch in Hunting Park. It's called the Hunting Park Post Office and is located at 4350 North Front Street. This is where people can send and receive mail.
Learning and Schools in Hunting Park
The School District of Philadelphia serves the students in Hunting Park. For younger students, there are two elementary schools: the Alexander K. McClure Elementary School and the Bayard Taylor Elementary School, both serving grades K-5. Middle school students (grades 5-8) attend Clemente Middle School. For high school, students (grades 9-12) go to Olney High School.
Getting Around Hunting Park
Getting around Hunting Park is easy thanks to public transportation. The neighborhood is served by the Broad Street Line subway. You can catch the subway at the Hunting Park station, which helps people travel throughout Philadelphia.
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Alexander K. McClure Elementary School
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Bayard Taylor Elementary School is located in Hunting Park.
