Needs Improvement
#2687 of 2,846 schools in PA
West Phila. Achievement Ces
Elementary School · West Phila. Achievement CES
6701 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
29.8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
29.8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,687 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#251 of 300
public schools
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West Phila. Achievement Ces
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About West Phila. Achievement Ces
West Phila. Achievement Ces is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of West Phila. Achievement CES.
West Phila. Achievement Ces serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 29.8:1 student-teacher ratio. West Phila.
Achievement Ces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,687 of 2,846 schools in PA. Structured state assessment records for West Phila. Achievement Ces show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
West Phila. Achievement Ces runs 29.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
West Phila. Achievement Ces 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.
33% of students at West Phila. Achievement Ces 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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West Phila. Achievement Ces — Students at West Phila. Achievement Ces score 19% 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 36 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: 4.3/10.
How West Phila. Achievement Ces Compares
See how West Phila. Achievement Ces performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6701 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Phila. Achievement Ces may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barry Comm John Sch (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Overbrook Elementary School (rated 4.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,046
Median Home Value
$181,200
Median Rent
$1,167/mo
Population
32,938
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
35.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Phila. Achievement Ces
What grades does West Phila. Achievement Ces serve?
West Phila. Achievement Ces serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend West Phila. Achievement Ces?
West Phila. Achievement Ces has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Phila. Achievement Ces?
The student-teacher ratio at West Phila. Achievement Ces is 29.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Phila. Achievement Ces rank in PA?
West Phila. Achievement Ces ranks #2,687 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is West Phila. Achievement Ces's MySchoolScout rating?
West Phila. Achievement Ces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 West Phila. Achievement Ces?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Phila. Achievement Ces has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Phila. Achievement Ces a charter school?
Yes, West Phila. Achievement Ces is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is West Phila. Achievement Ces a Title I school?
No, West Phila. Achievement Ces is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Phila. Achievement Ces?
100.0% of students at West Phila. Achievement Ces 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 655
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (215) 476-6471
Resources & Links
District
West Phila. Achievement CES- District Enrollment
- 658
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,932
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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