Serving 1,290 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Mast Community Cs Iii 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 1,290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mast Community Cs Iii's student population of 1,290 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
School Rankings
Mast Community Cs Iii 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 Mast Community Cs Iii is 0.74, 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
#2244 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
29%
16%
Black
36%
14%
White
22%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mast Community Cs Iii's ranking?
Mast Community Cs Iii is ranked #2244 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mast Community Cs Iii often compared to?
Mast Community Cs Iiiis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia Academy Charter School, Imhotep Institute Chs, Mathematics Science & Technology Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mast Community Cs Iii?
1,290 students attend Mast Community Cs Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mast Community Cs Iii students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mast Community Cs Iii?
Mast Community Cs Iii has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mast Community Cs Iii offer ?
Mast Community Cs Iii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mast Community Cs Iii part of?
Mast Community Cs Iii is part of Mast Community CS III School District.
In what neighborhood is Mast Community Cs Iii located?
Mast Community Cs Iii is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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