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Mastery Cs-harrity Campus

Elementary School · Mastery CS-Harrity Campus

5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Charter

Enrollment

782

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,181 of 2,846

In Philadelphia

#135 of 300

public schools

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Mastery Cs-harrity Campus

4.8/10

Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Mastery Cs-harrity Campus

Mastery Cs-harrity Campus is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Mastery CS-Harrity Campus. Mastery Cs-harrity Campus serves approximately 782 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mastery Cs-harrity Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,181 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Mastery Cs-harrity Campus show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Mastery Cs-harrity Campus 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-harrity Campus 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.8% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-29.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,994
Chronic Absenteeism33.1%

Mastery Cs-harrity Campus — Students at Mastery Cs-harrity Campus score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
40.7% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 40 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
55%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
27.8%
2024
Math
21.8%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Mastery Cs-harrity Campus Compares

See how Mastery Cs-harrity Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in PA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

Location

5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mastery Cs-harrity Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Independence CS West (rated 5.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
FAITH CONNECTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.1 mi 5.6
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia 0.2 mi 4.1
Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia 0.3 mi 3.2
Hamilton Andrew Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 2.5
Motivation HS Philadelphia 0.5 mi 5.5
Bryant William C Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 5.1
Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia 0.6 mi 4.0
Sayre William L MS Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.0
Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.7
Anderson Add B Sch Philadelphia 0.5 mi 4.8
Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia 0.7 mi 4.0
63RD ST MULTICULTURAL ACAD OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Philadelphia 0.9 mi 7.0
LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 6.7
KIDS WORLD CHRISTIAN EDU CENTER Philadelphia 0.9 mi
BEULAH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.8 mi 6.7
Independence CS West Philadelphia 1.0 mi 5.2
Barry Comm John Sch Philadelphia 1.1 mi 5.1
PEE WEE PREP Philadelphia 1.1 mi
Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia 1.1 mi 3.0
PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.0 mi 5.3

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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Juniata Park Academy Philadelphia, PA 4.8
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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-harrity Campus

What grades does Mastery Cs-harrity Campus serve?

Mastery Cs-harrity Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Mastery Cs-harrity Campus?

Mastery Cs-harrity Campus has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-harrity Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs-harrity Campus is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mastery Cs-harrity Campus rank in PA?

Mastery Cs-harrity Campus ranks #2,181 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Mastery Cs-harrity Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Mastery Cs-harrity Campus 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-harrity Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mastery Cs-harrity Campus has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

Is Mastery Cs-harrity Campus a charter school?

Yes, Mastery Cs-harrity Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Mastery Cs-harrity Campus a Title I school?

No, Mastery Cs-harrity Campus is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mastery Cs-harrity Campus?

99.6% of students at Mastery Cs-harrity Campus 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
67 Good Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

District

Mastery CS-Harrity Campus
District Enrollment
782
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,994
District Rank
#1 of 1

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