Below Average
#2335 of 2,846 schools in PA
Furness Horace HS
High School · Philadelphia City SD
1900 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,335 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#160 of 300
public schools
In district
#115 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Furness Horace HS
Furness Horace HS is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Furness Horace HS serves approximately 822 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Furness Horace HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,335 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Furness Horace HS show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Furness Horace 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.
42% of students at Furness Horace 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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Furness Horace HS — Students at Furness Horace HS score 26% 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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Furness Horace HS Compares
See how Furness Horace 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
1900 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Furness Horace HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Academy at Palumbo (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Philadelphia HS (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sharswood George Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Taggart John H Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Kirkbride Eliza B Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Southwark Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Vare-Washington El Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| THE BRIDGE WAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Nebinger George W Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Fell D Newlin Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Mastery CS -Thomas Campus Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Meredith William M Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| South Philadelphia HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Christopher Columbus CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Jenks Abram Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PETERS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Academy at Palumbo Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Philadelphia Performing Arts CS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| McCall Gen George A Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,469
Median Home Value
$296,800
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
50,777
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| East Allegheny JSHS North Versailles, PA | 4.5 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area SHS Nanticoke, PA | 4.6 |
| LANSDALE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lansdale, PA | 4.4 |
| Penn Wood HS Lansdowne, PA | 4.4 |
| South Philadelphia HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
| BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Downingtown, PA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Furness Horace HS
What grades does Furness Horace HS serve?
Furness Horace HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Furness Horace HS?
Furness Horace HS has an enrollment of approximately 822 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Furness Horace HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Furness Horace HS is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Furness Horace HS rank in PA?
Furness Horace HS ranks #2,335 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Furness Horace HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Furness Horace HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Furness Horace HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Furness Horace HS has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Furness Horace HS a charter school?
No, Furness Horace HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Furness Horace HS a Title I school?
No, Furness Horace HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Furness Horace HS?
100.0% of students at Furness Horace 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
- 822
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (215) 400-8300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #115 of 218
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