Serving 231 students in grades 5-8, Conwell Russell MiddleSchool 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conwell Russell MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Conwell Russell MiddleSchool's student population of 231 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Conwell Russell MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conwell Russell MiddleSchool is 0.66, 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
#2039 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
49%
14%
Black
30%
14%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conwell Russell MiddleSchool's ranking?
Conwell Russell MiddleSchool is ranked #2039 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Conwell Russell MiddleSchool?
231 students attend Conwell Russell MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Conwell Russell MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Conwell Russell MiddleSchool?
Conwell Russell MiddleSchool has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Conwell Russell MiddleSchool offer ?
Conwell Russell MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Conwell Russell MiddleSchool part of?
Conwell Russell MiddleSchool is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
I am in 6th grade at Hackett Elementary School and I would love to attend Conwell next year.
5 5/16/2011
I am glad to see that Conwell is continuing to hold students to an academic and social standard that helps with the real world. I graduated in 1988 and not a year goes by that I don't think of the experiences Conwell afforded me. Their teachers were top notch and very caring. They challenged me and always gave praise and recognition to students who excelled. I am glad for the diversity of the staff and students. It was exposure to other cultures that has allowed me to be a professional today.The availability of extracurricular activities allowed everyone to be popular in areas of music, art, theater and dance. It was the best! And from what I have read it still stands out from the rest! God Bless Conwell Midmagnets school, faculty, and all alumni!
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