MASTERY CHS - LENFEST CAMPUS

Mastery CHS - Lenfest Campus is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 587 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Mastery CHS - Lenfest Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mastery Charter School – Lenfest Campus is a college-preparatory public charter school located in the historic Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia. Serving students in grades 7 through 12, the school is part of the larger Mastery Charter Schools network, which is known for its "no-excuses" educational model that emphasizes high academic standards, structured classroom environments, and a strong culture of personal accountability. The Lenfest Campus specifically focuses on closing the achievement gap by providing rigorous core coursework, personalized support, and a heavy emphasis on preparing students for success in four-year university programs.

Beyond academics, the school is recognized for its commitment to social-emotional development and community engagement. By fostering a close-knit school community, the Lenfest Campus aims to provide a safe, disciplined, and supportive atmosphere that encourages students to develop leadership skills and a sense of civic responsibility. Through a combination of challenging curriculum, intentional mentorship, and a clear pathway toward higher education, Mastery Lenfest strives to ensure that every student is equipped with the tools necessary to thrive in their post-secondary pursuits.

For more information, contact Mastery CHS - Lenfest Campus at (215) 922-1902 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

35 S. 4th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
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MASTERY CHS - LENFEST CAMPUS is a public Title I Charter school in Philadelphia, PA with about 587 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Philadelphia City SD
Total Students:
587
Teachers:
37.43
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 587 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MASTERY CHS - LENFEST CAMPUS is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 81% of the student body.

Black or African American
80.9%
Hispanic/Latino
9.9%
Two or more races
4.4%
White
3.9%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.