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Elementary Schools

Comegys Benjamin B School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 5100 Greenway Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143.0

(215)400-7860

1/10
#1474
Rank 1474 out of 1,545
Top 95%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1424 · 8th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1486 · 4th percentile
Science1/10 · #1383 · 2nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Comegys Benjamin B School sits in West Philadelphia's 19143 zip code, a historically rich neighborhood that's seen waves of change while holding onto its tight-knit community character. Families here tend to be deeply rooted in the area, and the school reflects that same sense of belonging — though like many schools in this part of the city, there's room to grow academically, and families who engage closely with their child's learning will want to ask questions and stay involved. For parents who are committed to their local community school and want to be active partners in their child's education, Comegys offers that neighborhood anchor experience that defines so much of Philadelphia's school landscape.

Student Demographics

153 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
145 (95%)
Hispanic
3 (2%)
Other
5 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged143 (93%)
Students with Disabilities34 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

252
Enrollment
17.8
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #50 · 97th percentile

411 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found