Needs Improvement
#2599 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary
Elementary School · Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary
5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,599 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#221 of 300
public schools
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Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary
Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary. Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,599 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mastery Cs-clymer 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.
41% of students at Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary 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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Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary — Students at Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 4.6/10.
How Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary Compares
See how Mastery Cs-clymer 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-clymer Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kenderton El Sch (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP North Philadelphia CS (rated 5.2/10, 0.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Laboratory CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 1.7 |
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Kenderton El Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| TECH Freire CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Duckrey Tanner Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Multicultural Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Charles Kelly El Sch Drexel Hill, PA | 3.7 |
| Cheston El Sch Easton, PA | 3.7 |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona, PA | 3.7 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Morrison Andrew J Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary
What grades does Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary serve?
Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary?
Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary rank in PA?
Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary ranks #2,599 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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-clymer Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Mastery Cs-clymer 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-clymer Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mastery Cs-clymer Elementary?
99.3% of students at Mastery Cs-clymer 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (215) 227-8610
Resources & Links
District
Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary- District Enrollment
- 451
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,007
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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