Below Average
#2226 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mastery Cs -thomas Campus
School · Mastery CS-Thomas Campus
5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Enrollment
1,361
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,361
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,226 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#141 of 300
public schools
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Mastery Cs -thomas Campus
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About Mastery Cs -thomas Campus
Mastery Cs -thomas Campus is a public school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Mastery CS-Thomas Campus. Mastery Cs -thomas Campus serves approximately 1,361 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mastery Cs -thomas Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,226 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mastery Cs -thomas Campus show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Mastery Cs -thomas 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mastery Cs -thomas Campus — Students at Mastery Cs -thomas Campus score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 44 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: 2.8/10.
How Mastery Cs -thomas Campus Compares
See how Mastery Cs -thomas Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5700 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mastery Cs -thomas Campus may also want to explore other schools in the area. BETHEL BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Philadelphia Performing Arts CS (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fell D Newlin Sch Philadelphia | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Jenks Abram Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Philadelphia Performing Arts CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Taggart John H Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| South Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Southwark Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Bregy F Amedee Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Sharswood George Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Furness Horace HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Girard Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Kirkbride Eliza B Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Childs George W Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Christopher Columbus CS Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Gamp Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| THE BRIDGE WAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | — |
| Vare-Washington El Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| McDaniel Delaplaine Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
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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|---|---|
| Mariana Bracetti Academy CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.8 |
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| New Foundations CS Philadelphia, PA | 5.0 |
| Belmont CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mastery Cs -thomas Campus
What grades does Mastery Cs -thomas Campus serve?
Mastery Cs -thomas Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mastery Cs -thomas Campus?
Mastery Cs -thomas Campus has an enrollment of approximately 1,361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs -thomas Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Mastery Cs -thomas Campus is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mastery Cs -thomas Campus rank in PA?
Mastery Cs -thomas Campus ranks #2,226 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mastery Cs -thomas Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Mastery Cs -thomas Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 -thomas Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mastery Cs -thomas Campus has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mastery Cs -thomas Campus a charter school?
Yes, Mastery Cs -thomas 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 -thomas Campus a Title I school?
No, Mastery Cs -thomas Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mastery Cs -thomas Campus?
99.8% of students at Mastery Cs -thomas 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (267) 236-0036
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Mastery CS-Thomas Campus- District Enrollment
- 1,361
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,940
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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