Needs Improvement
#2580 of 2,846 schools in PA
Strawberry Mansion HS
High School · Philadelphia City SD
3133 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,580 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#217 of 300
public schools
In district
#161 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Strawberry Mansion HS
Strawberry Mansion HS is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Strawberry Mansion HS serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Strawberry Mansion HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,580 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Strawberry Mansion HS show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Strawberry Mansion 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.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Strawberry Mansion HS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
62% of students at Strawberry Mansion 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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Strawberry Mansion HS — Students at Strawberry Mansion HS score 6% 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 24 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Strawberry Mansion HS Compares
See how Strawberry Mansion 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
3133 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Strawberry Mansion HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vaux HS: A Big Picture School (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blaine James G Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Gideon Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Allen Dr Ethel Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| REVOLUTION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Kelley William D Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Rhodes E Washington Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Morris Robert Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SMART CENTER ACADEMY Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Peirce Thomas M Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,974
Median Home Value
$73,000
Median Rent
$1,055/mo
Population
31,627
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Phoenix Academy Lancaster, PA | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 Pittsburgh, PA | 3.8 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| La Academia Partnership CS Lancaster, PA | 4.2 |
| New Day CS Huntingdon, PA | 3.3 |
| Sheffield Area MS/HS Sheffield, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Strawberry Mansion HS
What grades does Strawberry Mansion HS serve?
Strawberry Mansion HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Strawberry Mansion HS?
Strawberry Mansion HS has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Strawberry Mansion HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Strawberry Mansion HS is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Strawberry Mansion HS rank in PA?
Strawberry Mansion HS ranks #2,580 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Strawberry Mansion HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Strawberry Mansion HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Strawberry Mansion HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Strawberry Mansion HS has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Strawberry Mansion HS a charter school?
No, Strawberry Mansion HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Strawberry Mansion HS a Title I school?
No, Strawberry Mansion HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Strawberry Mansion HS?
100.0% of students at Strawberry Mansion 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
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.6%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #161 of 218
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