CONWELL RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Conwell Russell MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 405 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 16 teachers, Conwell Russell MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

**Conwell Russell Middle School**, located at 1849 E. Clearfield Street in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public middle school serving students within the School District of Philadelphia. The school is situated in a densely populated urban area and functions as a neighborhood anchor, providing middle-grades education (typically serving students in grades 5 through 8) to the local community. Like many schools in the district, it focuses on providing core academic instruction in subjects such as English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, while working to support the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of its student body.

The school operates within the broader context of the Philadelphia public school system, which emphasizes community engagement and educational equity. Because it is located in the Kensington area, the school community often faces unique socio-economic challenges, leading the administration and staff to prioritize a supportive and structured environment. Families interested in specific school performance data, extracurricular offerings, or enrollment procedures are encouraged to consult the official School District of Philadelphia website or contact the school’s main office directly, as district-wide initiatives and school-specific programs can evolve from year to year.

For more information, contact Conwell Russell MS at (215) 291-4722 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.