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Mastery Prep Elementary Cs

Elementary School · Mastery Prep Elementary CS

5700 Wayne Avenue NST Office, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Charter

Enrollment

600

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,595 of 2,846

In Philadelphia

#61 of 300

public schools

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mastery Prep Elementary Cs

6.0/10

Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mastery Cs-gratz Campus

5.0/10

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Mastery Cs-cleveland Elementary

4.8/10

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About Mastery Prep Elementary Cs

Mastery Prep Elementary Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Mastery Prep Elementary CS. Mastery Prep Elementary Cs serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Mastery Prep Elementary Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,595 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Mastery Prep Elementary Cs show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below PA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mastery Prep Elementary Cs 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 Prep Elementary Cs 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.9% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.7% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.1 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,168
Chronic Absenteeism20.8%

Mastery Prep Elementary Cs — Students at Mastery Prep Elementary Cs score 21% 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

99.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 14.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 27.2% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 16 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
4.8%
ELA
20.2%
2024
Math
17.9%
ELA
24.7%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Mastery Prep Elementary Cs Compares

See how Mastery Prep Elementary Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in PA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

Location

5700 Wayne Avenue NST Office, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mastery Prep Elementary Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOGAN HOPE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE DEPAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mastery CS-Gratz Campus Phialdelphia 0.0 mi 5.0
Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary Philadelphia 0.2 mi 4.8
Steel Edward Sch Philadelphia 0.4 mi 3.8
Multicultural Academy CS Philadelphia 0.3 mi 6.7
Kenderton El Sch Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.7
THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia 0.8 mi 5.9
CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia 0.8 mi 6.3
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Philadelphia 0.6 mi 5.6
Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia 0.8 mi 3.7
THE DEPAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.0 mi 6.4
Wissahickon CS Philadelphia 0.8 mi 3.3
Cooke Jay MS Philadelphia 1.0 mi 3.4
Laboratory CS Philadelphia 1.0 mi 1.7
Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia 1.0 mi 3.2
Logan James Sch Philadelphia 1.2 mi 5.8
VOCATIO CAREER PREP HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.0 mi
McClure Alexander K Sch Philadelphia 1.0 mi 2.1
Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia 1.3 mi 3.7
LOGAN HOPE SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.2 mi 7.7
Taylor Bayard Sch Philadelphia 1.0 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 Prep Elementary Cs

What grades does Mastery Prep Elementary Cs serve?

Mastery Prep Elementary Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Mastery Prep Elementary Cs?

Mastery Prep Elementary Cs has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mastery Prep Elementary Cs?

The student-teacher ratio at Mastery Prep Elementary Cs is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mastery Prep Elementary Cs rank in PA?

Mastery Prep Elementary Cs ranks #1,595 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Mastery Prep Elementary Cs's MySchoolScout rating?

Mastery Prep Elementary Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Prep Elementary Cs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mastery Prep Elementary Cs has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Mastery Prep Elementary Cs a charter school?

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

Is Mastery Prep Elementary Cs a Title I school?

No, Mastery Prep Elementary Cs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mastery Prep Elementary Cs?

99.5% of students at Mastery Prep Elementary Cs 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
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

District

Mastery Prep Elementary CS
District Enrollment
600
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,168
District Rank
#1 of 1

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