Needs Improvement
#2753 of 2,846 schools in PA
Catharine Joseph Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
6600 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,753 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#270 of 300
public schools
In district
#199 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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About Catharine Joseph Sch
Catharine Joseph Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Catharine Joseph Sch serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Catharine Joseph Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,753 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Catharine Joseph Sch show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Catharine Joseph Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Catharine Joseph Sch — Students at Catharine Joseph Sch score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.8/10.
How Catharine Joseph Sch Compares
See how Catharine Joseph Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6600 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Catharine Joseph Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BARNABAS IMS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W B Evans El Sch (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Yeadon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Bartram John - Main Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Tilden William T MS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Patterson John M Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Philadelphia Montessori CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Morton Thomas G Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ST BARNABAS IMS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon | 0.9 mi | — |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| W B Evans El Sch Yeadon | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Motivation HS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Independence CS West Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Penn Wood MS Darby | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,812
Median Home Value
$110,400
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
30,312
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
33.5
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| Jefferson El Sch Erie, PA | 3.0 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Catharine Joseph Sch
What grades does Catharine Joseph Sch serve?
Catharine Joseph Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Catharine Joseph Sch?
Catharine Joseph Sch has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Catharine Joseph Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Catharine Joseph Sch is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Catharine Joseph Sch rank in PA?
Catharine Joseph Sch ranks #2,753 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Catharine Joseph Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Catharine Joseph Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Catharine Joseph Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Catharine Joseph Sch has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Catharine Joseph Sch a charter school?
No, Catharine Joseph Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Catharine Joseph Sch a Title I school?
No, Catharine Joseph Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Catharine Joseph Sch?
100.0% of students at Catharine Joseph Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (215) 400-8150
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #199 of 218
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