Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School serves 302 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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 302 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
87%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School?
302 students attend Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School?
Kipp Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, 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-2
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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