Below Average
#2300 of 2,846 schools in PA
Youthbuild Phila Cs
High School · Youth Build Phila CS
1231 N Broad St 5th floor, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 297 schools in Philadelphia. Learn more
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
12th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,300 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#154 of 300
public schools
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Youthbuild Phila Cs
High School in Philadelphia · grades 12th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Youthbuild Phila Cs
Youthbuild Phila Cs is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Youth Build Phila CS. Youthbuild Phila Cs serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades 12th-12th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Youthbuild Phila Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,300 of 2,846 schools in PA.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Youthbuild Phila Cs runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Youthbuild Phila Cs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
85% of students at Youthbuild Phila Cs 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Youthbuild Phila Cs Compares
See how Youthbuild Phila Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1231 N Broad St 5th floor, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Youthbuild Phila Cs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Science Leadership Academy (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkway Center City Middle College (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HS of Engineering & Science (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| People for People CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 2.1 |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Dunbar Paul L Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Spring Garden Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Alliance for Progress CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Franklin LC Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Science Leadership Academy Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| HS of Engineering & Science Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Math Civics and Sciences CS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Waring Laura W Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Duckrey Tanner Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Parkway Northwest Philadelphia, PA | 4.5 |
| Benton Area HS Benton, PA | 4.6 |
| Cornell HS Coraopolis, PA | 4.4 |
| Farrell Area HS/UMS Farrell, PA | 4.6 |
| Northeast Bradford JSHS Rome, PA | 4.4 |
| Parkway West Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Youthbuild Phila Cs
What grades does Youthbuild Phila Cs serve?
Youthbuild Phila Cs serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Youthbuild Phila Cs?
Youthbuild Phila Cs has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Youthbuild Phila Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Youthbuild Phila Cs is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Youthbuild Phila Cs rank in PA?
Youthbuild Phila Cs ranks #2,300 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Youthbuild Phila Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Youthbuild Phila Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Youthbuild Phila Cs a charter school?
Yes, Youthbuild Phila Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Youthbuild Phila Cs a Title I school?
No, Youthbuild Phila Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Youthbuild Phila Cs?
100.0% of students at Youthbuild Phila Cs 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
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.2%
- Phone
- (215) 627-8671
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
Youth Build Phila CS- District Enrollment
- 256
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,132
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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