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Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones
Middle School · Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones
2950 Memphis Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,052 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#116 of 300
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones
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About Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones
Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones is a public middle school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones. Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,052 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones 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.
Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones 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.
43% of students at Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones 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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Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones — Students at Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones Compares
See how Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2950 Memphis Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Conwell Russell MS (rated 3.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is AMY at Martin (rated 2.9/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, John B Stetson MS (rated 1.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE INTERPAROCHIAL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Mastbaum Jules E Area Vocational-Technical School Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LIGUORI ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Willard Frances E Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Conwell Russell MS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| OUR LADY OF PORT RICHMOND REGIONAL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Webster Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Sheridan Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| AMY at Martin Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Deep Roots CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| John B Stetson MS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 1.5 |
| Community Academy of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,849
Median Home Value
$127,500
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
56,750
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
36.9%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones
What grades does Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones serve?
Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones?
Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones?
The student-teacher ratio at Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones rank in PA?
Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones ranks #2,052 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones's MySchoolScout rating?
Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones a charter school?
Yes, Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones a Title I school?
No, Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones?
100.0% of students at Memphis Street Academy Cs @ Jp Jones 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.2%
- Phone
- (215) 291-4709
Resources & Links
District
Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones- District Enrollment
- 544
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,952
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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