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Philadelphia Montessori Cs
Elementary School · Philadelphia Montessori CS
2227 Island Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,050 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#114 of 300
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Philadelphia Montessori Cs
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Philadelphia Montessori Cs
Philadelphia Montessori Cs is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia Montessori CS. Philadelphia Montessori Cs serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Philadelphia Montessori Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,050 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Philadelphia Montessori Cs show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Philadelphia Montessori 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 Montessori 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.
37% of students at Philadelphia Montessori 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 Montessori Cs — Students at Philadelphia Montessori Cs score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.8/10.
How Philadelphia Montessori Cs Compares
See how Philadelphia Montessori Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2227 Island Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philadelphia Montessori Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BARNABAS IMS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Park Lane El Sch (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Darby), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Colwyn El Sch Colwyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Patterson John M Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Penrose Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Walnut Street El Sch Darby | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Penn Wood MS Darby | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Bartram John - Main Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Tilden William T MS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST BARNABAS IMS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | — |
| Morton Thomas G Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Park Lane El Sch Darby | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| W B Evans El Sch Yeadon | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Penn Wood 9th Grade Academy Yeadon | 1.5 mi | — |
| Sharon Hill Sch Sharon Hill | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Academy Park HS Sharon Hill | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,812
Median Home Value
$110,400
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
30,312
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philadelphia Montessori Cs
What grades does Philadelphia Montessori Cs serve?
Philadelphia Montessori Cs serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Philadelphia Montessori Cs?
Philadelphia Montessori Cs has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Montessori Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Montessori Cs is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philadelphia Montessori Cs rank in PA?
Philadelphia Montessori Cs ranks #2,050 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Philadelphia Montessori Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Philadelphia Montessori Cs 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 Philadelphia Montessori Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philadelphia Montessori Cs has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Philadelphia Montessori Cs a charter school?
Yes, Philadelphia Montessori Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Philadelphia Montessori Cs a Title I school?
No, Philadelphia Montessori Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philadelphia Montessori Cs?
98.9% of students at Philadelphia Montessori 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (215) 365-4011
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia Montessori CS- District Enrollment
- 262
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,487
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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