Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crossan Kennedy C 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crossan Kennedy C Sch serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, with an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, and the furthest edge of the zone is about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crossan Kennedy C School's student population of 327 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Press forward and Carry On
School Rankings
Crossan Kennedy C 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 Crossan Kennedy C School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1994 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossan Kennedy C School's ranking?
Crossan Kennedy C School is ranked #1994 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Crossan Kennedy C School often compared to?
Crossan Kennedy C Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Chase School, Moore J Hampton School, Tacony Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Crossan Kennedy C School?
327 students attend Crossan Kennedy C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Crossan Kennedy C School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossan Kennedy C School?
Crossan Kennedy C School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crossan Kennedy C School offer ?
Crossan Kennedy C School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crossan Kennedy C School part of?
Crossan Kennedy C School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Crossan Kennedy C School located?
Crossan Kennedy C School is located in the Fox Chase neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fox Chase.
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