Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Comly Watson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Comly Watson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Comly Watson School's student population of 488 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Comly Watson School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Comly Watson School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1116 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
14%
14%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comly Watson School's ranking?
Comly Watson School is ranked #1116 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Comly Watson School often compared to?
Comly Watson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Anne School, Loesche William H School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Comly Watson School?
488 students attend Comly Watson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Comly Watson School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Comly Watson School?
Comly Watson School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Comly Watson School offer ?
Comly Watson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Comly Watson School part of?
Comly Watson School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Comly Watson School located?
Comly Watson School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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