Serving 643 students in grades 9-12, South Philadelphia 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Philadelphia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Philadelphia High School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Philadelphia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Philadelphia High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1937 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
45%
14%
White
7%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
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 is South Philadelphia High School's ranking?
South Philadelphia High School is ranked #1937 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Philadelphia High School often compared to?
South Philadelphia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Furness Horace High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Philadelphia High School?
The graduation rate of South Philadelphia High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Philadelphia High School?
643 students attend South Philadelphia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of South Philadelphia High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Philadelphia High School?
South Philadelphia High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Philadelphia High School offer ?
South Philadelphia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Philadelphia High School part of?
South Philadelphia High School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
This school has a good quality of some subjects. For example, this school has a department for people who are not speaking English as first language. Moreover this school has JROTC program which teach student to become a better citizen and produced persons in their community. Also this school has foreign language classes (Spanish) which teach by professional teachers. SPHS also has varsity club which organized well. Parents in this school have a important role for their kids & involved to care of their kids education as the principle and school staff give more intense information through media such as letters and phone calls.
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