Serving 643 students in grades 9-12, Creative And Performing Arts ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS encompasses the entire school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering approximately 142.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creative And Performing Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Creative And Performing Arts's student population of 643 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
Creative And Performing Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creative And Performing Arts is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#824 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
50%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
27%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creative And Performing Arts's ranking?
Creative And Performing Arts is ranked #824 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Creative And Performing Arts?
The graduation rate of Creative And Performing Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Creative And Performing Arts?
643 students attend Creative And Performing Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Creative And Performing Arts students are Black, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creative And Performing Arts?
Creative And Performing Arts has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Creative And Performing Arts offer ?
Creative And Performing Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creative And Performing Arts part of?
Creative And Performing Arts is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Creative And Performing Arts located?
Creative And Performing Arts is located in the Hawthorne neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hawthorne.
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