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#1534 of 2,846 schools in PA
Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School
High School · Philadelphia City SD
2300 W Master St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,534 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#59 of 300
public schools
In district
#47 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School
High School in Philadelphia · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School
Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,534 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Vaux Hs: a Big Picture 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.
59% of students at Vaux Hs: a Big Picture 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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Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School — Students at Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 6 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: 9.3/10.
How Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School Compares
See how Vaux Hs: a Big Picture 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
2300 W Master St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Morris Robert Sch Philadelphia | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Bache-Martin Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Kelley William D Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Gideon Edward Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Dick William Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Alliance for Progress CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| REVOLUTION SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| Blaine James G Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Waring Laura W Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR HOUSE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | — |
| Wright Richard R Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,208
Median Home Value
$250,100
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
40,324
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
27.6
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|---|---|
| BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona, PA | 6.2 |
| Susquehanna Community JSHS Susquehanna, PA | 6.2 |
| Allegheny-Clarion Valley HS Foxburg, PA | 6.3 |
| BISHOP CANEVIN HIGH SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA | 6.3 |
| DELONE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mc Sherrystown, PA | 6.3 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School
What grades does Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School serve?
Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School?
Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School rank in PA?
Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School ranks #1,534 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School a charter school?
No, Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School a Title I school?
No, Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vaux Hs: a Big Picture School?
99.0% of students at Vaux Hs: a Big Picture 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
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.9%
- Phone
- (267) 687-1172
- 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
- #47 of 218
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