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#1303 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 46% in state
The U School: Innovative Lab
High School · Philadelphia City SD
2000 N 7th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,303 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#50 of 300
public schools
In district
#39 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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The U School: Innovative Lab
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About The U School: Innovative Lab
The U School: Innovative Lab is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. The U School: Innovative Lab serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The U School: Innovative Lab has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,303 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for The U School: Innovative Lab show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at The U School: Innovative Lab 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.
76% of students at The U School: Innovative Lab 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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The U School: Innovative Lab — Students at The U School: Innovative Lab score 22% 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 12 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: 9.9/10.
How The U School: Innovative Lab Compares
See how The U School: Innovative Lab 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
2000 N 7th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The U School: Innovative Lab may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bodine William W HS (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TECH Freire CS (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley William Sch Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Hartranft John F Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| TECH Freire CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Moffet John Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Duckrey Tanner Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Bodine William W HS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Hunter William H Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Avella Area JSHS Avella, PA | 6.6 |
| ELK COUNTY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Saint Marys, PA | 6.6 |
| Mapletown JSHS Greensboro, PA | 6.6 |
| Lankenau HS Philadelphia, PA | 6.5 |
| Lehigh Career and Technical Institute Schnecksville, PA | 6.5 |
| McConnellsburg HS Mcconnellsburg, PA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The U School: Innovative Lab
What grades does The U School: Innovative Lab serve?
The U School: Innovative Lab serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The U School: Innovative Lab?
The U School: Innovative Lab has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The U School: Innovative Lab?
The student-teacher ratio at The U School: Innovative Lab is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The U School: Innovative Lab rank in PA?
The U School: Innovative Lab ranks #1,303 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is The U School: Innovative Lab's MySchoolScout rating?
The U School: Innovative Lab has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 The U School: Innovative Lab?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The U School: Innovative Lab has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is The U School: Innovative Lab a charter school?
No, The U School: Innovative Lab is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The U School: Innovative Lab a Title I school?
No, The U School: Innovative Lab is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The U School: Innovative Lab?
100.0% of students at The U School: Innovative Lab 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
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.4%
- Phone
- (215) 400-7450
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #39 of 218
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