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#1141 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 40% in state
Kipp West Philadelphia Cs
Elementary School · KIPP West Philadelphia CS
5070 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,141 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#42 of 300
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Kipp West Philadelphia Cs
Kipp West Philadelphia Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of KIPP West Philadelphia CS. Kipp West Philadelphia Cs serves approximately 849 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp West Philadelphia Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,141 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp West Philadelphia Cs show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kipp West Philadelphia 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.
Kipp West 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.
39% of students at Kipp West 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 West Philadelphia Cs — Students at Kipp West Philadelphia Cs score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Kipp West Philadelphia Cs Compares
See how Kipp West Philadelphia Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5070 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp West Philadelphia Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Inquiry CS (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Washington Martha Sch (rated 4.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP DuBois CS Philadelphia | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Discovery CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Blankenburg Rudolph Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Inquiry CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| QUBA INSTITUTE OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Mastery CS - Mann Campus Philadephia | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Rhoads James Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Philadelphia Learning Academy - West Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Parkway West Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle Years Alternative Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Overbrook HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| School of the Future Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| PEE WEE PREP Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Locke Alain Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Belmont CS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,057
Median Home Value
$163,900
Median Rent
$1,312/mo
Population
44,799
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
34.1
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| Latrobe El Sch Latrobe, PA | 6.8 |
| Loesche William H Sch Philadelphia, PA | 6.8 |
| Roy A. Hunt El Sch Arnold, PA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp West Philadelphia Cs
What grades does Kipp West Philadelphia Cs serve?
Kipp West Philadelphia Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp West Philadelphia Cs?
Kipp West Philadelphia Cs has an enrollment of approximately 849 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp West Philadelphia Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp West Philadelphia Cs is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp West Philadelphia Cs rank in PA?
Kipp West Philadelphia Cs ranks #1,141 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kipp West Philadelphia Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp West Philadelphia Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Kipp West Philadelphia Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp West Philadelphia Cs has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Kipp West Philadelphia Cs a charter school?
Yes, Kipp West 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 West Philadelphia Cs a Title I school?
No, Kipp West Philadelphia Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp West Philadelphia Cs?
99.6% of students at Kipp West 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 849
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (267) 787-5700
Resources & Links
District
KIPP West Philadelphia CS- District Enrollment
- 849
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,246
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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