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#1371 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 48% in state
Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School
High School · Philadelphia City SD
3101 Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19129
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,371 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#52 of 300
public schools
In district
#41 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School
High School in Philadelphia · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School
Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Randolph A.
Philip Area Vocational-technical High School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,371 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School 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.
53% of students at Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School 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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Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School — Students at Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School score 24% 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: 8.1/10.
How Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School Compares
See how Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School 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
3101 Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ANTHONY WAYNE ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SMART CENTER ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Wissahickon CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Mifflin Thomas Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Strawberry Mansion HS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THANKFUL LEARNING CENTER, INC. Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ANTHONY WAYNE ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,225
Median Home Value
$297,400
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
11,812
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Building 21 Allentown Allentown, PA | 6.5 |
| Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center Connellsville, PA | 6.5 |
| Fort Cherry JSHS Mc Donald, PA | 6.5 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore, PA | 6.5 |
| Lackawanna Trail JSHS Factoryville, PA | 6.5 |
| Marion Center Area JR/SR HS Marion Center, PA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School
What grades does Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School serve?
Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School?
Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School rank in PA?
Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School ranks #1,371 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School a charter school?
No, Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School a Title I school?
No, Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School?
100.0% of students at Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-technical High School 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.0%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3840
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #41 of 218
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