Serving 1,106 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 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Math Proficiency: 25%
- Reading Proficiency: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solis-cohen Solomon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Solis-cohen Solomon School's student population of 1,106 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Solis-cohen Solomon School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
48%
14%
Black
14%
14%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Solis-cohen Solomon School?
1,106 students attend Solis-cohen Solomon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Solis-cohen Solomon School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 3% 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
What school district is Solis-cohen Solomon School part of?
Solis-cohen Solomon School is part of Philadelphia City SD 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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