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Ad Prima Cs

Elementary School · Ad Prima CS

Administrative Office 1920 N. 63rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19151

Charter

Enrollment

578

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

2.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,814 of 2,846

In Philadelphia

#286 of 300

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Ad Prima Cs

2.4/10

Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ad Prima Cs

Ad Prima Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Ad Prima CS. Ad Prima Cs serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ad Prima Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,814 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Ad Prima Cs show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares4.0 pts below PA schools
  • This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Ad Prima Cs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.5% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.8% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-31 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-45.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,301
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Ad Prima Cs — Students at Ad Prima Cs score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
40.7% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 42 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
16.2%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
21.2%
ELA
38.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.

How Ad Prima Cs Compares

See how Ad Prima Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.4/10
1th percentile in PA
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

Administrative Office 1920 N. 63rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ad Prima Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Merion El Sch (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Merion Station), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Samuel Gompers Sch (rated 5.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW LIFE ALTERNATIVES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.1 mi
Overbrook Elementary School Philadelphia 0.2 mi 4.3
TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.5
PHILA YESHIVA Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.6
HYMAN KORMAN HIGH SCHOOL-TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHI Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.3
The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber Philadelphia 0.3 mi 8.0
OVERBROOK PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia 0.4 mi
Overbrook HS Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.8
Harambee Institute of Science and Technology CS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 4.1
Samuel Gompers Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 5.0
Overbrook Edu Ctr Philadelphia 0.9 mi 4.1
SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.9 mi 5.5
FRIENDS CENTRAL SCHOOL Wynnewood 0.8 mi 7.7
West Phila. Achievement CES Philadelphia 1.1 mi 3.3
Mastery CS - Mann Campus Philadephia 0.9 mi 2.5
TEMPLE ADATH ISRAELEARLYCHILDHOOD CENTER Merion Station 1.2 mi
KOHELET YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Merion Station 1.2 mi 7.7
Merion El Sch Merion Station 1.2 mi 9.6
Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia 1.1 mi 2.3
ST KATHERINE SCHOOL Wynnewood 1.1 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,046

Median Home Value

$181,200

Median Rent

$1,167/mo

Population

32,938

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ad Prima Cs

What grades does Ad Prima Cs serve?

Ad Prima Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Ad Prima Cs?

Ad Prima Cs has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ad Prima Cs?

The student-teacher ratio at Ad Prima Cs is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ad Prima Cs rank in PA?

Ad Prima Cs ranks #2,814 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Ad Prima Cs's MySchoolScout rating?

Ad Prima Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ad Prima Cs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ad Prima Cs has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ad Prima Cs a charter school?

Yes, Ad Prima Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Ad Prima Cs a Title I school?

No, Ad Prima Cs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

Ad Prima CS
District Enrollment
578
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,301
District Rank
#1 of 1

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