September 8, 2025 @ 4 pm – October 23, 2025 @ 11:59 pm
The enrollment period for Grades 5-8 in the 2026-2027 school year ends on October 23, 2025.
All Philadelphia School District Schools and Offices will be closed on Monday February 16 and Tuesday February 17, in observance of President’s Day and Lunar New Year.
Q: Does the school provide transportation?
A: Students who live at least 1.5 miles away from Conwell receive a Septa Key Card.
Q: Do students have to wear uniforms?
A: Yes. Royal Blue and Khaki. Collard shirt or crewneck sweatshirt with either khaki pants, jumper, shorts, or skirt. (Hoodies are earned and ONLY for Honor Roll students)
Q: Is lunch provided?
A: Every student is eligible for FREE lunch. Lunch is prepared each day fresh for students. Students also receive breakfast during morning admissions.
Q: What are Conwell’s school hours?
A: 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Q: What kind of student is Conwell looking for?
A: A student who is interested in their growth and education. Someone eager to learn and develop as a person as well as a student.
Q: What is the average class size?
A: Our classes average 26 students. There are (1) 5th grade, (2) 6th grade, (2) 7th grade, and (2) 8th grade sections currently.
Q: Are there Clubs and Sports at Conwell?
A: We have After School All Stars, which has various sports, and during the school day, we have instrumental music, Girls Inc., Philly Ad Club, C.A.D.E. Kids (Anti-Gambling), Teen Authors, Flag Football, 3-on-3 Basketball, Soccer, and PA Ballet.
Q: Are there any Enrichment classes offered?
A: We have Algebra I, Media & Journalism, and Spanish
Q: Are there any “Specials” offered in the daily schedule?
A: All students receive Physical Education, Health, Spanish, and Media & Journalism at least once weekly.
Q: What safety measures are in place to protect the Conwell School community?
A: We have a School Police Officer, a strict visitor policy, Philadelphia Police patrol, a Climate Manager, and the Safe Corridors program.
Q: Are guidance counseling and other resources available?
A: Yes. We have a full-time School Counselor and School Nurse.
The enrollment period for Grades 5-8 in the 2026-2027 school year ends on October 23, 2025.
Grades: A’s, B’s, and C’s
Attendance: 90%
Assessment: 50th Percentile ELA or Math
Special needs students and English Language Learners are invited to apply to Conwell. Decisions are made through a team process.
Students preparing to attend criteria-based high school should consider Conwell Middle Magnet School.
Applications are through the online School District of Philadelphia School Selection system.