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#1910 of 2,846 schools in PA
Deep Roots Cs
Elementary School · Deep Roots CS
3556 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,910 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#92 of 300
public schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Deep Roots Cs
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About Deep Roots Cs
Deep Roots Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Deep Roots CS. Deep Roots Cs serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Deep Roots Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,910 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Deep Roots Cs show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Deep Roots Cs 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.
Deep Roots 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.
56% of students at Deep Roots Cs 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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Deep Roots Cs — Students at Deep Roots Cs score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Deep Roots Cs Compares
See how Deep Roots Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3556 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deep Roots Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST LUCY DAY SCHOOL FOR CHLDRN W VISUAL IMPAIRMENT (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF PORT RICHMOND REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE INTERPAROCHIAL (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Webster Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Community Academy of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Hopkinson Francis Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Mariana Bracetti Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Mastbaum Jules E Area Vocational-Technical School Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Sheridan Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ST GEORGE INDEPENDENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| OUR LADY OF PORT RICHMOND REGIONAL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Conwell Russell MS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| AMY at Martin Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| ST LUCY DAY SCHOOL FOR CHLDRN W VISUAL IMPAIRMENT Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Willard Frances E Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.3 |
| Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Richmond Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Juniata Park Academy Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE INTERPAROCHIAL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| THE BRIDGE Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Stearne Allen M Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Marshall John Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,849
Median Home Value
$127,500
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
56,750
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
36.9%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deep Roots Cs
What grades does Deep Roots Cs serve?
Deep Roots Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Deep Roots Cs?
Deep Roots Cs has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deep Roots Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Deep Roots Cs is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deep Roots Cs rank in PA?
Deep Roots Cs ranks #1,910 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Deep Roots Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Deep Roots Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Deep Roots Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deep Roots Cs has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Deep Roots Cs a charter school?
Yes, Deep Roots Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Deep Roots Cs a Title I school?
No, Deep Roots Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deep Roots Cs?
99.0% of students at Deep Roots Cs 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 – 7th
- Enrollment
- 296
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (267) 399-3727
Resources & Links
District
Deep Roots CS- District Enrollment
- 296
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,655
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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