Below Average
#2448 of 2,846 schools in PA
Fels Samuel HS
High School · Philadelphia City SD
5500 Langdon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,448 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#184 of 300
public schools
In district
#137 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Fels Samuel HS
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About Fels Samuel HS
Fels Samuel HS is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Fels Samuel HS serves approximately 1,235 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fels Samuel HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,448 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Fels Samuel HS show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fels Samuel HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
47% of students at Fels Samuel HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fels Samuel HS — Students at Fels Samuel HS score 15% proficient, which is below 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 28 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: 9.4/10.
How Fels Samuel HS Compares
See how Fels Samuel HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5500 Langdon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fels Samuel HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frankford HS (rated 3.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Carnell Laura H Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MaST Community CS II Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Universal Creighton CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| CEDAR GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Northwood Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 2.2 |
| Frankford HS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Ziegler William H Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| FIRST CENTURY GOSPEL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| THE BRIDGE Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | — |
| PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL Cheltenham | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SHINING STAR LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | — |
| FRANKFORD FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Marshall John Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,441
Median Home Value
$244,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
65,821
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fels Samuel HS
What grades does Fels Samuel HS serve?
Fels Samuel HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fels Samuel HS?
Fels Samuel HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fels Samuel HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Fels Samuel HS is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fels Samuel HS rank in PA?
Fels Samuel HS ranks #2,448 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Fels Samuel HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Fels Samuel HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fels Samuel HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fels Samuel HS has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fels Samuel HS a charter school?
No, Fels Samuel HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fels Samuel HS a Title I school?
No, Fels Samuel HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fels Samuel HS?
100.0% of students at Fels Samuel 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #137 of 218
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