Below Average
#2371 of 2,846 schools in PA
Clemente Roberto MS
Middle School · Philadelphia City SD
122 W Erie Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,371 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#168 of 300
public schools
In district
#123 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Clemente Roberto MS
Clemente Roberto MS is a public middle school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Clemente Roberto MS serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Clemente Roberto MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,371 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Clemente Roberto MS show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Clemente Roberto MS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Clemente Roberto MS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
55% of students at Clemente Roberto MS 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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Clemente Roberto MS — Students at Clemente Roberto MS score 6% 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: 7.4/10.
How Clemente Roberto MS Compares
See how Clemente Roberto MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
122 W Erie Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clemente Roberto MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Feltonville Sch of Arts & Sciences (rated 4.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, John B Stetson MS (rated 1.5/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Linc Philadelphia | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Cramp William Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Edison HS/Fareira Skills Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Antonia Pantoja Community CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Munoz-Marin Luis Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Taylor Bayard Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| John B Stetson MS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 1.5 |
| Philadelphia Learning Academy - North Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Esperanza Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Esperanza Cyber CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| McClure Alexander K Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Cayuga School Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| VOCATIO CAREER PREP HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| HUNTING PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Feltonville Sch of Arts & Sciences Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,149
Median Home Value
$101,100
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
54,196
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
37
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| Universal Vare CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clemente Roberto MS
What grades does Clemente Roberto MS serve?
Clemente Roberto MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Clemente Roberto MS?
Clemente Roberto MS has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clemente Roberto MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Clemente Roberto MS is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clemente Roberto MS rank in PA?
Clemente Roberto MS ranks #2,371 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Clemente Roberto MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Clemente Roberto MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Clemente Roberto MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clemente Roberto MS has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clemente Roberto MS a charter school?
No, Clemente Roberto MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clemente Roberto MS a Title I school?
No, Clemente Roberto MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clemente Roberto MS?
100.0% of students at Clemente Roberto MS 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.7%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3930
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #123 of 218
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