Serving 299 students in grades 9-12, Paul Robeson High School For Human Services 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Paul Robeson High School For Human Services is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
94%
14%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
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 schools are Paul Robeson High School For Human Services often compared to?
Paul Robeson High School For Human Servicesis often viewed alongside schools like Community Of Philadelphia Charter School, Academy At Palumbo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Robeson High School For Human Services?
The graduation rate of Paul Robeson High School For Human Services is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Paul Robeson High School For Human Services?
299 students attend Paul Robeson High School For Human Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Paul Robeson High School For Human Services students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Robeson High School For Human Services?
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paul Robeson High School For Human Services offer ?
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paul Robeson High School For Human Services part of?
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
Very nice school, amazing teachers, students, and principal.
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