Serving 390 students in grades 9-12, Motivation High 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Motivation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Motivation High School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Motivation High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
94%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Motivation High School often compared to?
Motivation High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boys Latin Of Philadelphia Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Motivation High School?
The graduation rate of Motivation High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Motivation High School?
390 students attend Motivation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Motivation High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Motivation High School?
Motivation High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Motivation High School offer ?
Motivation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Motivation High School part of?
Motivation High School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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