Needs Improvement
#2690 of 2,846 schools in PA
Kipp Philadelphia Cs
Elementary School · KIPP Philadelphia CS
2539 N. 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,690 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#253 of 300
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About Kipp Philadelphia Cs
Kipp Philadelphia Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of KIPP Philadelphia CS. Kipp Philadelphia Cs serves approximately 864 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Philadelphia Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,690 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Philadelphia Cs show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Kipp Philadelphia 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.
36% of students at Kipp Philadelphia 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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Kipp Philadelphia Cs — Students at Kipp Philadelphia Cs score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
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: 3.3/10.
How Kipp Philadelphia Cs Compares
See how Kipp Philadelphia Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2539 N. 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Philadelphia Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kenderton El Sch (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunbar Paul L Sch (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| TECH Freire CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Duckrey Tanner Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HS of Engineering & Science Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Kenderton El Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Alliance for Progress CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Laboratory CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 1.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,974
Median Home Value
$73,000
Median Rent
$1,055/mo
Population
31,627
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
38.8
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| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort, PA | 3.3 |
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| Mahanoy Area El Sch Mahanoy City, PA | 3.3 |
| Muhlenberg El Sch Allentown, PA | 3.3 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
| Shamokin Area El Sch Coal Township, PA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Philadelphia Cs
What grades does Kipp Philadelphia Cs serve?
Kipp Philadelphia Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp Philadelphia Cs?
Kipp Philadelphia Cs has an enrollment of approximately 864 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Philadelphia Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Philadelphia Cs is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Philadelphia Cs rank in PA?
Kipp Philadelphia Cs ranks #2,690 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kipp Philadelphia Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Philadelphia Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Kipp Philadelphia Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Philadelphia Cs has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kipp Philadelphia Cs a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Philadelphia Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Philadelphia Cs a Title I school?
No, Kipp Philadelphia Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Philadelphia Cs?
100.2% of students at Kipp Philadelphia 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 864
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (267) 758-2630
Resources & Links
District
KIPP Philadelphia CS- District Enrollment
- 864
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,223
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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