Serving 629 students in grades 9-12, Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs 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 Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
87%
14%
White
3%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs's ranking?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is ranked #2554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs often compared to?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chsis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Charter School, Philadelphia Military Academy At Elverson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs?
629 students attend Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs offer ?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs part of?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is part of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs located?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is located in the Center City West neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Center City West.
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