Serving 776 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mastery Cs-smedley 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 9% (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 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mastery Cs-smedley Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mastery Cs-smedley Campus's student population of 776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mastery Cs-smedley 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-smedley Campus is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2475 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
62%
14%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mastery Cs-smedley Campus's ranking?
Mastery Cs-smedley Campus is ranked #2475 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mastery Cs-smedley Campus often compared to?
Mastery Cs-smedley Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton Henry W School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% 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).
How many students attend Mastery Cs-smedley Campus?
776 students attend Mastery Cs-smedley Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mastery Cs-smedley Campus students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mastery Cs-smedley Campus?
Mastery Cs-smedley Campus has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mastery Cs-smedley Campus offer ?
Mastery Cs-smedley Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mastery Cs-smedley Campus part of?
Mastery Cs-smedley Campus is part of Mastery CS-Smedley Campus School District.
In what neighborhood is Mastery Cs-smedley Campus located?
Mastery Cs-smedley Campus is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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