Summary:
Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary is the sole public charter elementary school serving grades K-8 in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area, with a total enrollment of 704 students. The school's student population is predominantly African American (87.07%), with a high percentage of students (98.86%) qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic disadvantage.
Academically, Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary is struggling, with PSSA test scores that are significantly below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 3rd grade math, only 3.8% of students scored proficient or better, compared to the state average of 51.7%. The school has a relatively high dropout rate of 2.3% and consistently ranks in the bottom 10% of Pennsylvania elementary schools, with a ranking of 1415 out of 1534 schools in the 2022-2023 school year.
Despite the school's high spending per student of $19,772, which is higher than the state average, the academic outcomes do not reflect a commensurate level of investment. This raises questions about the effectiveness of the school's resource allocation and the need for a closer examination of how funds are being utilized to support student learning. Addressing the significant challenges faced by Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary should be a priority for the school and the Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary district to improve student outcomes and provide a more equitable learning environment.
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