HS of Engineering & Science

HS of Engineering & Science serves 843 students in grades 7-12 in Philadelphia, offering a specialized focus that attracts families seeking technical education pathways. With 53 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1, allowing for more personalized attention than many larger urban schools. Academically, the school demonstrates solid performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks in the 76th percentile statewide at #695 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania schools.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 83% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics performance shows room for growth, with 52% of students meeting proficiency standards, presenting opportunities for the school's engineering and science focus to strengthen foundational skills. Located at 1600 W Norris Street, the school serves a diverse urban community where the median household income is $35,671 and about 25% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding 19121 ZIP code area faces economic challenges, with a poverty rate of nearly 40%, making the school's specialized programming particularly valuable for students seeking pathways to technical careers. The school operates within Philadelphia's dynamic urban landscape, providing students with access to the resources and opportunities of Pennsylvania's largest city.