Very Good
#1034 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 36% in state
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs
Elementary School · Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS
3300 Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19129
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,034 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#37 of 300
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS. Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,034 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Philadelphia Hebrew Public 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.
Philadelphia Hebrew Public 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.
30% of students at Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs 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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Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs — Students at Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs score 23% 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 10 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs Compares
See how Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3300 Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENE STREET FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SMART CENTER ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mifflin Thomas Sch (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SMART CENTER ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Wissahickon CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ANTHONY WAYNE ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Mastery CS-Pickett Campus Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Strawberry Mansion HS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| GREENE STREET FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| GERMANTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,225
Median Home Value
$297,400
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
11,812
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
35.2
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| Bancroft El Sch Kennett Square, PA | 7.0 |
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| Carroll El Sch Shermans Dale, PA | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs
What grades does Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs serve?
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs?
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs rank in PA?
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs ranks #1,034 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs a charter school?
Yes, Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs a Title I school?
No, Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philadelphia Hebrew Public Cs?
100.0% of students at Philadelphia Hebrew Public 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (267) 225-1511
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS- District Enrollment
- 489
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,904
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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