Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cook-wissahickon School 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 20-24% (which is lower than 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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cook-wissahickon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cook-wissahickon School's student population of 444 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cook-wissahickon School 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 Cook-wissahickon School is 0.70, 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
#1490 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
34%
14%
White
41%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cook-wissahickon School's ranking?
Cook-wissahickon School is ranked #1490 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cook-wissahickon School often compared to?
Cook-wissahickon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dobson James School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Cook-wissahickon School?
444 students attend Cook-wissahickon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cook-wissahickon School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cook-wissahickon School?
Cook-wissahickon School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cook-wissahickon School offer ?
Cook-wissahickon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cook-wissahickon School part of?
Cook-wissahickon School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Cook-wissahickon School located?
Cook-wissahickon School is located in the Wissahickon neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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