The Kennedy Crossan Academics Plus Elementary School is an historic, American elementary school building that is located in the Burholme neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
Serving 318 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crossan Kennedy C School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crossan Kennedy C School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2160 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
35%
14%
White
24%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossan Kennedy C School's ranking?
Crossan Kennedy C School is ranked #2160 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, Tacony Academy Charter School, Moore J Hampton 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 36% 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?
318 students attend Crossan Kennedy C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Crossan Kennedy C School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% 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 16:1, 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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