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Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary
Elementary School · Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary
5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,857 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#84 of 300
public schools
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary
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About Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary
Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary.
Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mastery Cs-francis D.
Pastorius Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,857 of 2,846 schools in PA. Structured state assessment records for Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius 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-francis D. Pastorius 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.
33% of students at Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius 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-francis D. Pastorius Elementary — Students at Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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: 8.2/10.
How Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary Compares
See how Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius 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-francis D. Pastorius Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mastery CS John Wister Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Roosevelt Theodore MS (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA (rated 5.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADELAIDE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | — |
| Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.8 |
| King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Parkway Northwest Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Building 21 Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Prince Hall Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Day Anna B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| MT AIRY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Theodore MS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Mastery CS John Wister Elementary Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Central HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| AMY NW Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary
What grades does Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary serve?
Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary?
Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary rank in PA?
Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary ranks #1,857 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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-francis D. Pastorius Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius 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-francis D. Pastorius Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius Elementary?
99.5% of students at Mastery Cs-francis D. Pastorius 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
- 648
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (215) 951-5689
Resources & Links
District
Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary- District Enrollment
- 648
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,974
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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