Serving 1,350 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Solis-cohen Solomon 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Solis-Cohen Solomon School serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Solis-cohen Solomon School's student population of 1,350 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Solis-cohen Solomon 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 Solis-cohen Solomon School is 0.62, 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
#2343 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)29.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Light Blue and Navy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solis-cohen Solomon School's ranking?
Solis-cohen Solomon School is ranked #2343 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Solis-cohen Solomon School often compared to?
Solis-cohen Solomon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair School, Spruance Gilbert 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 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Solis-cohen Solomon School?
1,350 students attend Solis-cohen Solomon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Solis-cohen Solomon School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solis-cohen Solomon School?
Solis-cohen Solomon School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Solis-cohen Solomon School offer ?
Solis-cohen Solomon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Solis-cohen Solomon School part of?
Solis-cohen Solomon School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Solis-cohen Solomon School located?
Solis-cohen Solomon School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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