Best Schools in Philadephia, Pennsylvania
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Philadephia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mastery Cs - Mann Campus
Elementary · Mastery Cs-Mann Campus. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Olney HS
High · Philadelphia City Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$184,050
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$184,050
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Philadephia schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Philadephia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mastery Cs - Mann Campus | 6.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Olney HS | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $48,860
- Median home value
- $184,050
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 52%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Philadephia compares
Median household income
$49k
62% of Pennsylvania median
Philadephia's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Philadephia. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Mastery Cs-Mann Campus (1), Philadelphia City SD (1).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.6 to 6.3 — the spread is inside Philadephia, not a citywide average.
- Mastery Cs-Mann Campus1 public · 50%
- Philadelphia City SD1 public · 50%
About Schools in Philadephia, Pennsylvania
Philadephia, Pennsylvania is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Philadephia show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Philadephia is Mastery Cs - Mann Campus with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Philadephia is served by 2 school districts: Mastery CS-Mann Campus, Philadelphia City SD. These districts collectively serve 118,467 students.
Philadephia's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,860. The poverty rate in the area is 25.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 560 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,223 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Philadephia
Philadephia, Pennsylvania · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$48,860
Median Home Value
$184,050
Median Rent
$1,148/mo
Population
116,620
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Community Profile
Philadephia has a median household income of $48,860. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $184,050, with a median rent of $1,148/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Philadephia, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
Philadephia has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Philadephia is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Philadephia on MySchoolScout is Mastery Cs - Mann Campus with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Philadephia on MySchoolScout is Mastery Cs - Mann Campus with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Philadephia on MySchoolScout is Olney HS with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
Philadephia is served by 2 school districts: Mastery Cs-Mann Campus, Philadelphia City Sd.
What is the education level in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Philadephia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Philadephia is approximately $48,860 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Philadephia is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Philadephia, Pennsylvania?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.