The Olney Charter High School, formerly the Aspira Charter School at Olney, and Olney High School, is a public high school that is located in the Olney section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Olney High School serves 1,168 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olney High School's student population of 1,168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 143% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Olney High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
51%
16%
Black
39%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Olney High School?
The graduation rate of Olney High School is 82%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Olney High School?
1,168 students attend Olney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Olney High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olney High School?
Olney High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olney High School offer ?
Olney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olney High School part of?
Olney High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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