Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School serves 398 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School's student population of 398 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 107% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
86%
14%
White
2%
60%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School?
398 students attend Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School?
Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School offer ?
Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School part of?
Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School is part of KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School District.
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