Very Good
#570 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 20% in state
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs
Elementary School · Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS
1023 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#570 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#20 of 300
public schools
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS. Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures 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
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Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs — Students at Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs score 59% proficient, which is above 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
→ 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: 7.5/10.
How Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs Compares
See how Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1023 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Waring Laura W Sch (rated 4.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Kearny Gen Philip Sch (rated 3.3/10, 0.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Math Civics and Sciences CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Spring Garden Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Science Leadership Academy Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Kearny Gen Philip Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Franklin LC Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| National Constitution Center HS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| People for People CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| OUR HOUSE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | — |
| Waring Laura W Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| QUADRAT ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST MARY INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,872
Median Home Value
$544,700
Median Rent
$1,687/mo
Population
19,327
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
33.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs
What grades does Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs serve?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs rank in PA?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs ranks #570 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs a charter school?
Yes, Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs a Title I school?
No, Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Folk Arts-cultural Treasures Cs?
100.0% of students at Folk Arts-cultural Treasures 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (215) 569-2600
Resources & Links
District
Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS- District Enrollment
- 494
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,996
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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