Below Average
#2404 of 2,846 schools in PA
Comegys Benjamin B Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
5100 Greenway Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,404 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#175 of 300
public schools
In district
#128 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Comegys Benjamin B Sch
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Comegys Benjamin B Sch
Comegys Benjamin B Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Comegys Benjamin B Sch serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Comegys Benjamin B Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,404 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Comegys Benjamin B Sch show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Comegys Benjamin B Sch 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.
79% of students at Comegys Benjamin B 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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Comegys Benjamin B Sch — Students at Comegys Benjamin B Sch score 11% 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 42 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: 6.6/10.
How Comegys Benjamin B Sch Compares
See how Comegys Benjamin B Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5100 Greenway Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Comegys Benjamin B Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penn Alexander Sch (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUBILEE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Independence CS West Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| JUBILEE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Richard Allen Preparatory CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Lea Henry C Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| The Workshop School Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Penn Alexander Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL -TIES Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST CATHOLIC PREPARATORY H.S. Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Universal Audenried CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,964
Median Home Value
$152,000
Median Rent
$1,235/mo
Population
62,503
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Comegys Benjamin B Sch
What grades does Comegys Benjamin B Sch serve?
Comegys Benjamin B Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Comegys Benjamin B Sch?
Comegys Benjamin B Sch has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Comegys Benjamin B Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Comegys Benjamin B Sch is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Comegys Benjamin B Sch rank in PA?
Comegys Benjamin B Sch ranks #2,404 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Comegys Benjamin B Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Comegys Benjamin B Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Comegys Benjamin B Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Comegys Benjamin B Sch has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Comegys Benjamin B Sch a charter school?
No, Comegys Benjamin B Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Comegys Benjamin B Sch a Title I school?
No, Comegys Benjamin B Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Comegys Benjamin B Sch?
100.0% of students at Comegys Benjamin B 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.4%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7860
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #128 of 218
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