Overview

Cook-Wissahickon School is a public school in Philadelphia, PA, offering a Gifted & Talented program and 9 sports. It is one of 220 schools in The School District of Philadelphia.

School Rating

Cook-Wissahickon School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Pennsylvania with the same grade levels.
6/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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13 Reviews
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Neighborhood

201 East Salaignac Street
Philadelphia, PA 19128
School leader: Karen L. Thomas
(215) 400-3430
(215) 487-4808
School attendance zone
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