Below Average
#2290 of 2,846 schools in PA
South Philadelphia HS
High School · Philadelphia City SD
2101 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,290 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#150 of 300
public schools
In district
#108 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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South Philadelphia HS
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About South Philadelphia HS
South Philadelphia HS is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. South Philadelphia HS serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South Philadelphia HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,290 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for South Philadelphia HS show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at South Philadelphia 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.
52% of students at South Philadelphia 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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South Philadelphia HS — Students at South Philadelphia HS score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
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
→ 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: 9.4/10.
How South Philadelphia HS Compares
See how South Philadelphia 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
2101 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Philadelphia HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gamp (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Creative and Performing Arts (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Furness Horace HS (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Philadelphia Performing Arts CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Jenks Abram Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Key Francis Scott Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Southwark Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Girard Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Fell D Newlin Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Childs George W Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Mastery CS -Thomas Campus Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Christopher Columbus CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Bregy F Amedee Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Kirkbride Eliza B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| McDaniel Delaplaine Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Taggart John H Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Gamp Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| THE BRIDGE WAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Creative and Performing Arts Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Stanton Edwin M Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Furness Horace HS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
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
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brownsville Area HS Brownsville, PA | 4.6 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area SHS Nanticoke, PA | 4.6 |
| East Allegheny JSHS North Versailles, PA | 4.5 |
| Furness Horace HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.5 |
| BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Downingtown, PA | 4.7 |
| Karns City HS Karns City, PA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Philadelphia HS
What grades does South Philadelphia HS serve?
South Philadelphia HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend South Philadelphia HS?
South Philadelphia HS has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Philadelphia HS?
The student-teacher ratio at South Philadelphia HS is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Philadelphia HS rank in PA?
South Philadelphia HS ranks #2,290 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is South Philadelphia HS's MySchoolScout rating?
South Philadelphia HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 South Philadelphia HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Philadelphia HS has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Philadelphia HS a charter school?
No, South Philadelphia HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Philadelphia HS a Title I school?
No, South Philadelphia HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Philadelphia HS?
100.2% of students at South Philadelphia 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
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.0%
- Phone
- (215) 400-8400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 57.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #108 of 218
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