At a glance
Reported students
1,318
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
78.24
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Pennsylvania middle enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 514 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
415.5
Castor Gardens MS: 1,318 reported students.
State peer staffing position
95th percentile
16.8:1 reported; state peer median 12.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,260
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.5:1
What the reported data says about Castor Gardens MS
Castor Gardens MS is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Philadelphia. It is one of 220 current school records connected to Philadelphia City SD. NCES reports 1,318 students for 2024–25.
Among 514 middle schools in Pennsylvania with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 562.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.8:1, above the Pennsylvania median of 12.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (42.3%) and Black (23.4%). English learners represent 35.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Castor Gardens MS
- 1How do the reported 16.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 78.24 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 35.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White11.5%
- Hispanic42.3%
- Black23.4%
- Asian19.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Philadelphia City SD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Baldi C C A MS
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,510 reported students
Harding Warren G MS
Middle · Grades 06–08
570 reported students
John B Stetson MS
Middle · Grades 05–08
560 reported students
Feltonville Sch of Arts & Sciences
Middle · Grades 06–08
543 reported students
Washington Grover Jr Sch
Middle · Grades 05–08
400 reported students
Science Leadership Academy MS
Middle · Grades 05–08
353 reported students
Public schools near Castor Gardens MS
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harding Warren G MS Middle · Philadelphia City SD | 06–08 | 570 | 2.7 mi |
| Washington Grover Jr Sch Middle · Philadelphia City SD | 05–08 | 400 | 2.8 mi |
| Baldi C C A MS Middle · Philadelphia City SD | 06–08 | 1,510 | 2.9 mi |
| Feltonville Sch of Arts & Sciences Middle · Philadelphia City SD | 06–08 | 543 | 3.6 mi |
| Palmyra Middle School Middle · Palmyra Public School District | 07–08 | 134 | 4.1 mi |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS Middle · Philadelphia City SD | 06–08 | 296 | 4.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Castor Gardens MS
What grades does Castor Gardens MS serve?
Castor Gardens MS reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Philadelphia City SD.
How many students attend Castor Gardens MS?
Castor Gardens MS reported 1,318 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 514 Pennsylvania middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,260 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Castor Gardens MS?
The calculated ratio is 16.8:1, based on 1,318 students and 78.24 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Pennsylvania median for the same school level is 12.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Castor Gardens MS a public, charter, or magnet school?
Castor Gardens MS is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Philadelphia City SD attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Castor Gardens MS in?
Castor Gardens MS is part of Philadelphia City SD, based in Philadelphia, PA, which operates 220 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Castor Gardens MS?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Harding Warren G MS (2.7 mi), Washington Grover Jr Sch (2.8 mi), Baldi C C A MS (2.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.