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Northwood Academy CS

4621 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124

Ranked 398 of 585 in Pennsylvania

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Northwood Academy CS

4621 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124

About Northwood Academy CS

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 14%
Reading 40%
State average proficiency is 14% in Math and 40% in Reading.
38
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
24
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
705
Total Students
$76537
Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 4.82%
Asian 2.13%
Hispanic 22.41%
Black 69.22%
Two+ Races 0.99%
Native Am. 0.43%
White
4.82%
Asian
2.13%
Hispanic
22.41%
Black
69.22%
Two+ Races
0.99%
Native Am.
0.43%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 705
44.68%
315 Female
55.32%
390 Male

Student Population

705 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

352 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Northwood Academy CS Contact Information

Address

4621 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124

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Phone

(215) 289-5606

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TOP 398 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Northwood Academy CS

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 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.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Northwood Academy CS is preparing for an exciting end to the school year with several student-centered activities designed to build school spirit and celebrate achievement. School leaders recently finalized plans for a formal 8th Grade Dance celebration, giving graduating students a memorable milestone experience with classmates and teachers. Staff members are also organizing a spring Field Day filled with obstacle courses, outdoor games, and team competitions focused on fitness and teamwork. These positive events reflect the academy’s commitment to balancing strong academics with fun, engaging experiences that create lasting memories for students and families.

FAQ

Q1. Does Northwood Academy CS offer enrichment activities?

Ans. Northwood Academy CS provides students with enrichment programs, school events, and extracurricular opportunities. These activities promote teamwork and student involvement.

Q2. How does Northwood Academy CS celebrate student milestones?

Ans. Northwood Academy CS organizes special events and student recognition programs throughout the school year. These celebrations create positive memories for students and families.

Q3. Does Northwood Academy CS provide physical education programs?

Ans. Northwood Academy CS offers fitness programs, athletic activities, and outdoor games for students. These programs encourage healthy lifestyles and school spirit.

Q4. What is the learning environment like at Northwood Academy CS?

Ans. Northwood Academy CS provides a warm and supportive learning environment that emphasizes student growth. Teachers and staff encourage academic achievement and positive social development.

Q5. Why do parents choose Northwood Academy CS?

Ans. Parents choose Northwood Academy CS for its balance of academics, enrichment, and community involvement. The school is dedicated to providing students with a positive and engaging experience.

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

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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