Serving 782 students in grades 7-12, Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus's student population of 782 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2585 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
89%
14%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
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 Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus's ranking?
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus is ranked #2585 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus often compared to?
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Overbrook High School, Lamberton Robert E School, William A Brummer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus?
The graduation rate of Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus?
782 students attend Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus?
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus offer ?
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus part of?
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus is part of Mastery CS-Shoemaker Campus School District.
In what neighborhood is Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus located?
Mastery Cs -shoemaker Campus is located in the Hestonville neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hestonville.
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