Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cook-wissahickon 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 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cook-wissahickon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cook-wissahickon School's student population of 412 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wissahickon Wolf
School Rankings
Cook-wissahickon 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 Cook-wissahickon School is 0.70, 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
#1663 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
34%
14%
White
40%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wissahickon Wolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cook-wissahickon School's ranking?
Cook-wissahickon School is ranked #1663 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cook-wissahickon School often compared to?
Cook-wissahickon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dobson James School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cook-wissahickon School?
412 students attend Cook-wissahickon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Cook-wissahickon School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cook-wissahickon School?
Cook-wissahickon School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cook-wissahickon School offer ?
Cook-wissahickon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cook-wissahickon School part of?
Cook-wissahickon School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cook-wissahickon School located?
Cook-wissahickon School is located in the Wissahickon neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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