Excellent
#255 of 2,842 schools in PA
Top 9% in state
Bodine William W HS
High School · Philadelphia City SD
1101 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Philadelphia
#14 of 300
public schools
Pennsylvania high schools
#26 of 641
In district
#14 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Equity
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Bodine William W HS
Bodine William W HS is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of the Philadelphia City SD. The school serves approximately 464 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.1th percentile among PA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math, 15 points above the state average and 87% in reading/language arts, 23 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $95,872, where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Bodine William W HS — Students at Bodine William W HS score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 5 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Bodine William W HS Compares
See how Bodine William W HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 57% (2021).
Location
1101 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bodine William W HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The U School: Innovative Lab (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| QUADRAT ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | — |
| AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Kearny Gen Philip Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Moffet John Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Spring Garden Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Adaire Alexander Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Penn Treaty Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| People for People CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,872
Median Home Value
$544,700
Median Rent
$1,687/mo
Population
19,327
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
33.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
33.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bodine William W HS has a median household income of $95,872. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $544,700, with a median rent of $1,687/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| JACK M BARRACK HEBREW ACADEMY Bryn Mawr, PA | 8.4 |
| New Hope-Solebury HS New Hope, PA | 8.4 |
| Tussey Mountain HS Saxton, PA | 8.4 |
| DEVON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Devon, PA | 8.3 |
| Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia, PA | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bodine William W HS
What grades does Bodine William W HS serve?
Bodine William W HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bodine William W HS?
Bodine William W HS has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bodine William W HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Bodine William W HS is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bodine William W HS rank in PA?
Bodine William W HS is ranked #255 out of 2,842 schools in PA.
What is Bodine William W HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Bodine William W HS has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bodine William W HS?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bodine William W HS has 57.3% math proficiency and 86.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bodine William W HS a charter school?
No, Bodine William W HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bodine William W HS a Title I school?
No, Bodine William W HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bodine William W HS?
100.0% of students at Bodine William W HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 95 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 72 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 86 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (5,504/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 400-7630
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #14 of 218
Other Schools in This District
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