Below Average
#2450 of 2,846 schools in PA
Penn Treaty Sch
High School · Philadelphia City SD
600 E Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,450 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#186 of 300
public schools
In district
#139 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Penn Treaty Sch
High School in Philadelphia · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Penn Treaty Sch
Penn Treaty Sch is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Penn Treaty Sch serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Penn Treaty Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,450 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Penn Treaty Sch show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Penn Treaty Sch 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Penn Treaty Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
70% of students at Penn Treaty Sch 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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Penn Treaty Sch — Students at Penn Treaty Sch score 14% 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 30 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: 8.8/10.
How Penn Treaty Sch Compares
See how Penn Treaty Sch 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
600 E Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Penn Treaty Sch 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 notably higher. Additionally, Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Adaire Alexander Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Moffet John Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LIGUORI ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Bodine William W HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| VISITATION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| QUADRAT ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 2.3 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MOTHER OF DIVINE GRACE INTERPAROCHIAL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Cooper's Poynt Family School Camden | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,842
Median Home Value
$373,600
Median Rent
$1,743/mo
Population
25,331
College Educated
63.5%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Port Allegany JSHS Port Allegany, PA | 4.3 |
| Urban Pathways 6-12 CS Pittsburgh, PA | 4.3 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
| South Williamsport Area JSHS South Williamsport, PA | 4.1 |
| Washington HS Washington, PA | 4.1 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Penn Treaty Sch
What grades does Penn Treaty Sch serve?
Penn Treaty Sch serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Penn Treaty Sch?
Penn Treaty Sch has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Penn Treaty Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Penn Treaty Sch is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Penn Treaty Sch rank in PA?
Penn Treaty Sch ranks #2,450 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Penn Treaty Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Penn Treaty Sch 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 Penn Treaty Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Penn Treaty Sch has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Penn Treaty Sch a charter school?
No, Penn Treaty Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Penn Treaty Sch a Title I school?
No, Penn Treaty Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Penn Treaty Sch?
100.0% of students at Penn Treaty Sch 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 426
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3800
- 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
- #139 of 218
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