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Academy at Palumbo

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 1100 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19147.0

(215)400-8130

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10/10
#24
Rank 24 out of 625
Top 4%
English Language Arts10/10 · #7 · 99th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #22 · 97th percentile
Science9/10 · #85 · 86th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Academy at Palumbo sits in the heart of South Philadelphia — a neighborhood that feels lived-in and distinctly Philly, full of row homes, local restaurants, and a strong sense of community pride. As a selective admission high school, Palumbo draws academically motivated students from across the city, and its English and math performance ranks among the very best in Pennsylvania. Families who want a rigorous, public school option without leaving the city — and who value being part of a tight-knit school community in one of Philly's most iconic neighborhoods — tend to love what Palumbo offers.

Student Demographics

324 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
101 (31%)
Asian
96 (30%)
Hispanic
59 (18%)
White
47 (15%)
Multiple Races
20 (6%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners23 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged217 (67%)
Students with Disabilities13 (4%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,225
Enrollment
86.7
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

96.1%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

17
AP Courses
offered
35.8%
AP Participation
of students
422
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #5 · 99th percentile

551 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found