Conwell Middle Magnet School is a historic middle school located in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a magnet school in the School District of Philadelphia. The building was designed by Irwin T. Catharine and built in 1925–1926.
Serving 127 students in grades 5-8, Conwell Russell Middle 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 10-14% (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 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Conwell Russell Middle School's student population of 127 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Campus Size
2 acres
Conwell Russell Middle 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 Conwell Russell Middle School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
60%
15%
Black
23%
14%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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What is Conwell Russell Middle School's ranking?
Conwell Russell Middle School is ranked #2033 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Conwell Russell Middle School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Conwell Russell Middle School?
127 students attend Conwell Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Conwell Russell Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conwell Russell Middle School?
Conwell Russell Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Conwell Russell Middle School offer ?
Conwell Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Conwell Russell Middle School part of?
Conwell Russell Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Conwell Russell Middle School located?
Conwell Russell Middle School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025I am glad to see that Conwell is continuing to hold students to an academic and social standard that helps with the real world. I graduated in 1988 and not a year goes by that I don't think of the experiences Conwell afforded me. Their teachers were top notch and very caring. They challenged me and always gave praise and recognition to students who excelled. I am glad for the diversity of the staff and students. It was exposure to other cultures that has allowed me to be a professional today.The availability of extracurricular activities allowed everyone to be popular in areas of music, art, theater and dance. It was the best! And from what I have read it still stands out from the rest! God Bless Conwell Midmagnets school, faculty, and all alumni!5 10/10/2025I am in 6th grade at Hackett Elementary School and I would love to attend Conwell next year.Review Conwell Russell Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I am glad to see that Conwell is continuing to hold students to an academic and social standard that helps with the real world. I graduated in 1988 and not a year goes by that I don't think of the experiences Conwell afforded me. Their teachers were top notch and very caring. They challenged me and always gave praise and recognition to students who excelled. I am glad for the diversity of the staff and students. It was exposure to other cultures that has allowed me to be a professional today.The availability of extracurricular activities allowed everyone to be popular in areas of music, art, theater and dance. It was the best! And from what I have read it still stands out from the rest! God Bless Conwell Midmagnets school, faculty, and all alumni!
I am in 6th grade at Hackett Elementary School and I would love to attend Conwell next year.
Review Conwell Russell Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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