Serving 851 students in grades 7-12, High School Of Engineering & Science ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carver High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Philadelphia, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 142.7 square miles. Families typically find the school within a 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 13.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of Engineering & Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
High School Of Engineering & Science's student population of 851 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Let's be Excellent. Let's be Inclusive. Let's be Carver HSES!
School Rankings
High School Of Engineering & Science ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School Of Engineering & Science is 0.64, 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
#294 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
Showing 2003–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School Of Engineering & Science's ranking?
High School Of Engineering & Science is ranked #294 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are High School Of Engineering & Science often compared to?
High School Of Engineering & Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Academy At Palumbo, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of Engineering & Science?
The graduation rate of High School Of Engineering & Science is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend High School Of Engineering & Science?
851 students attend High School Of Engineering & Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of High School Of Engineering & Science students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School Of Engineering & Science?
High School Of Engineering & Science has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does High School Of Engineering & Science offer ?
High School Of Engineering & Science offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High School Of Engineering & Science part of?
High School Of Engineering & Science is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is High School Of Engineering & Science located?
High School Of Engineering & Science is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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