Paul Robeson High School for Human Services is a district-run high school in Philadelphia with citywide admissions. The school is one of eight schools in the country that offers a focus in the human services field. The school is named after Paul Robeson.
Serving 289 students in grades 9-12, Robeson High School For Human Services ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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
Robeson High School For Human Services's student population of 289 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Robeson High School For Human Services ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robeson High School For Human Services is 0.08, 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
#1147 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
96%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robeson High School For Human Services's ranking?
Robeson High School For Human Services is ranked #1147 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Robeson High School For Human Services often compared to?
Robeson High School For Human Servicesis often viewed alongside schools like Community Academy 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robeson High School For Human Services?
The graduation rate of Robeson High School For Human Services is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Robeson High School For Human Services?
289 students attend Robeson High School For Human Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Robeson High School For Human Services students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robeson High School For Human Services?
Robeson High School For Human Services has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robeson High School For Human Services offer ?
Robeson High School For Human Services offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robeson High School For Human Services part of?
Robeson High School For Human Services is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Robeson High School For Human Services located?
Robeson High School For Human Services is located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in University City.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
Very nice school, amazing teachers, students, and principal.
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