Below Average
#2182 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary
Elementary School · Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary
5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,182 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#136 of 300
public schools
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Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary
Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary. Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary serves approximately 755 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,182 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary 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.
Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary 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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Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary — Students at Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below 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 36 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: 6.7/10.
How Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary Compares
See how Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE DEPAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mastery Prep Elementary CS (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mastery Prep Elementary CS Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Mastery CS-Gratz Campus Phialdelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Kenderton El Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Steel Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Multicultural Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Wissahickon CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Laboratory CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 1.7 |
| THE DEPAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Cooke Jay MS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,727
Median Home Value
$224,600
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
48,542
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
35.1%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clarke El Ctr Pottsville, PA | 4.8 |
| Gilbertsville El Sch Gilbertsville, PA | 4.8 |
| Juniata Park Academy Philadelphia, PA | 4.8 |
| Mastery CS-Harrity Campus Philadelphia, PA | 4.8 |
| Pittston City Intrmd Ctr Pittston, PA | 4.8 |
| Port Allegany El Sch Port Allegany, PA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary
What grades does Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary serve?
Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary?
Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 755 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary rank in PA?
Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary ranks #2,182 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary?
100.0% of students at Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary 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
- 755
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (215) 227-5042
Resources & Links
District
Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary- District Enrollment
- 755
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,205
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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