Serving 1,278 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- 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 1,278 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Solis-cohen Solomon School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Solis-cohen Solomon School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2343 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
15%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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 is Solis-cohen Solomon School's ranking?
Solis-cohen Solomon School is ranked #2343 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Solis-cohen Solomon School?
1,278 students attend Solis-cohen Solomon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Solis-cohen Solomon School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 1% 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 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Solis-cohen Solomon School part of?
Solis-cohen Solomon School is part of Philadelphia City 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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