Constitution High School is a college preparatory high school located in Center City Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the first history based high school in Pennsylvania. It was founded September 2006 by Dr. Thomas Davidson. About 290 attend grades 9 through 12.
Serving 398 students in grades 9-12, National Constitution Center High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
National Constitution Center High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
National Constitution Center High School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
National Constitution Center High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of National Constitution Center High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1672 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
64%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Constitution General
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Constitution Center High School's ranking?
National Constitution Center High School is ranked #1672 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are National Constitution Center High School often compared to?
National Constitution Center High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of National Constitution Center High School?
The graduation rate of National Constitution Center High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend National Constitution Center High School?
398 students attend National Constitution Center High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of National Constitution Center High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of National Constitution Center High School?
National Constitution Center High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does National Constitution Center High School offer ?
National Constitution Center High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is National Constitution Center High School part of?
National Constitution Center High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is National Constitution Center High School located?
National Constitution Center High School is located in the Center City East neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Center City East.
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