Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Cs

1023 CALLOWHILL ST PHILADELPHIA PA 19123

Top 25% School in Pennsylvania

Ranked 52 of 152 in Pennsylvania

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About Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Cs

Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School, situated at 1023 Callowhill St. in Philadelphia, provides education to students from kindergarten through 8th grade. Its location is in a lively urban area. The school has 487 students, and the student-teacher ratio is 13:1, which allows for individual attention. The school's academic results show that 48% of students are at or above grade level in math, and 65% are at or above grade level in reading.

?This performance ranks the school as #382 in Pennsylvania elementary schools and #79 in Pennsylvania middle schools. The student population is diverse, with 91% from minority backgrounds, and all students are economically disadvantaged. The school has 37 certified teachers and one full-time counselor to support the students. Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School is dedicated to preparing students for success in high school and upholding cultural heritage, resulting in our recognition as one of the finest elementary schools in Pennsylvania.

Contact Information

Address

1023 CALLOWHILL ST PHILADELPHIA PA 19123

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Phone

(215) 569-2600

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%
Reading 50%
State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 50% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
14
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
487
Total Students
$69020
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 52 IN STEM IN STATE

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80%
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80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Led by competition winners
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School Ratings

Ranked

52

of 152 in Pennsylvania

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM - 2:54 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 8.6%
Asian 69.6%
Hispanic 5.7%
Black 7.8%
Two+ Races 8.2%
Native Am. 0%
White
8.6%
Asian
69.6%
Hispanic
5.7%
Black
7.8%
Two+ Races
8.2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 487
49.5%
241 Female
50.5%
246 Male

Student Population

487 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

491 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The school is seeking proposals for a Parent & Donor Engagement Advisor by April 23, 2025. This initiative is part of the school's strategic plan for 2024–2027, which seeks to grow community involvement and support for school projects.

FAQ

Q:What's the aim of Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS)?

A:The goal of Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) is to give students a solid education while keeping cultural traditions alive through folk arts.

Q:Does Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) teach languages?

A:Yes, Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) teaches languages like Chinese to improve students' understanding of the world and their ability to communicate.

Q:What do artists do at Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS)?

A:At Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS), local folk artists work with teachers to add cultural arts to what students learn.

Q: How does Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) help students learn to lead?

A:Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) helps students become leaders through student council, cultural projects, and work in the community.

Q: Does Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) have field trips?

A:Yes, Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School (FACTS) sends students on learning field trips that connect what they learn in class to Philadelphia’s culture and history.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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