Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Comegys Benjamin B 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Comegys Benjamin B Sch serves the southwest part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of about half a mile to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Comegys Benjamin B School's student population of 252 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Ready Be Respectful Be Responsible
School Rankings
Comegys Benjamin B School 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 Comegys Benjamin B School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2586 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
92%
14%
White
1%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comegys Benjamin B School's ranking?
Comegys Benjamin B School is ranked #2586 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Comegys Benjamin B School often compared to?
Comegys Benjamin B Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Comegys Benjamin B School?
252 students attend Comegys Benjamin B School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Comegys Benjamin B School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Comegys Benjamin B School?
Comegys Benjamin B School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Comegys Benjamin B School offer ?
Comegys Benjamin B School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Comegys Benjamin B School part of?
Comegys Benjamin B School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Comegys Benjamin B School located?
Comegys Benjamin B School is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
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