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#1491 of 2,846 schools in PA
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS
High School · Philadelphia City SD
1901 N. Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,491 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#57 of 300
public schools
In district
#45 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,491 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kensington Creative & Performing Arts 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.
64% of students at Kensington Creative & Performing Arts 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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Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS — Students at Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS score 20% 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 26 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: 9.2/10.
How Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Compares
See how Kensington Creative & Performing Arts 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
1901 N. Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bodine William W HS (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIGUORI ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, The U School: Innovative Lab (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moffet John Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Adaire Alexander Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Penn Treaty Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.3 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Bodine William W HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LIGUORI ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Sheppard Isaac Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,785
Median Home Value
$341,000
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
24,740
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
28.5
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|---|---|
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 6.3 |
| DELONE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mc Sherrystown, PA | 6.3 |
| Dunmore JSHS Dunmore, PA | 6.3 |
| Montgomery JSHS Montgomery, PA | 6.3 |
| Muncy JSHS Muncy, PA | 6.3 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Easton, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS
What grades does Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS serve?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS rank in PA?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS ranks #1,491 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS a charter school?
No, Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS a Title I school?
No, Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS?
100.0% of students at Kensington Creative & Performing Arts 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.7%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #45 of 218
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