Needs Improvement
#2729 of 2,846 schools in PA
Keystone Academy Cs
Elementary School · Keystone Academy CS
4521 Longshore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,729 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#266 of 300
public schools
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Keystone Academy Cs
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Keystone Academy Cs
Keystone Academy Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Keystone Academy CS. Keystone Academy Cs serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Keystone Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,729 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Keystone Academy Cs show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Keystone Academy 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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Keystone Academy Cs — Students at Keystone Academy Cs score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
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: 1.4/10.
How Keystone Academy Cs Compares
See how Keystone Academy Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4521 Longshore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keystone Academy Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Disston Hamilton Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 2.3 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Mayfair Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Lincoln HS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Lawton Henry W Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Holme Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Allen Ethan Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| New Foundations CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Brown Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Sullivan James J Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| FATHER JUDGE HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Franklin Towne CHS Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Palmyra High School Palmyra | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Palmyra Middle School Palmyra | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Maritime Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,817
Median Home Value
$182,900
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
34,234
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
33
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| Paxinosa El Sch Easton, PA | 3.1 |
| Roosevelt El Sch Allentown, PA | 3.1 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keystone Academy Cs
What grades does Keystone Academy Cs serve?
Keystone Academy Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Keystone Academy Cs?
Keystone Academy Cs has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keystone Academy Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Keystone Academy Cs is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keystone Academy Cs rank in PA?
Keystone Academy Cs ranks #2,729 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Keystone Academy Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Keystone Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Keystone Academy Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keystone Academy Cs has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Keystone Academy Cs a charter school?
Yes, Keystone Academy Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Keystone Academy Cs a Title I school?
No, Keystone Academy Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keystone Academy Cs?
88.1% of students at Keystone Academy 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
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (215) 332-2111
Resources & Links
District
Keystone Academy CS- District Enrollment
- 663
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,991
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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