COMMUNITY ACADEMY OF PHILADELPHIA CS

Community Academy of Philadelphia CS is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Community Academy of Philadelphia CS school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 1,220 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 74 teachers, Community Academy of Philadelphia CS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Community Academy of Philadelphia (CAP) is a public charter school located in the Juniata Park section of Philadelphia. Serving students in grades K-12, the school operates with a mission to provide a rigorous, well-rounded academic program that prepares students for post-secondary success. The school is known for its focus on a structured learning environment, emphasizing both academic achievement and the development of strong character and citizenship among its student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Community Academy of Philadelphia places significant importance on the partnership between home, school, and the community. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a dedicated faculty, the school strives to meet the diverse needs of its urban population. The institution is recognized for its commitment to creating a safe and supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential, ultimately aiming to cultivate lifelong learners who contribute positively to their neighborhoods and society at large.

For more information, contact Community Academy of Philadelphia CS at (215) 533-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1100 East Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124-5424
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COMMUNITY ACADEMY OF PHILADELPHIA CS is a public Title I Charter school in Philadelphia, PA with about 1,220 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
Philadelphia City SD
Total Students:
1,220
Teachers:
74
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
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
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 1,220 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending COMMUNITY ACADEMY OF PHILADELPHIA CS is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 82% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
82.0%
Black or African American
13.2%
Asian
2.7%
Two or more races
0.9%
White
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
53.0%
Male
47.0%

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.