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Central High School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 1700 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141.0

(215)400-3590

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10/10
#19
Rank 19 out of 625
Top 3%
English Language Arts10/10 · #2 · 100th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #29 · 96th percentile
Science10/10 · #55 · 91st percentile

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School Overview

Central High School is one of Philadelphia's most academically rigorous public schools, drawing motivated students from across the city through a competitive admissions process — think strong test scores, grades, and a genuine love of learning. Families who prioritize a college-prep environment with deep school pride (Central has one of the oldest alumni networks in the country) tend to be a great fit here. The school sits in the Logan neighborhood of Northwest Philly, a diverse, working-class area that's quietly residential, and students commute in from all corners of the city, giving Central a truly citywide feel rather than a neighborhood-school vibe.

Student Demographics

560 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
180 (32%)
African American
167 (30%)
White
114 (20%)
Hispanic
74 (13%)
Multiple Races
23 (4%)
Other
2 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners11 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged329 (59%)
Students with Disabilities21 (4%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

2,329
Enrollment
164.8
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

College Readiness

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

27
AP Courses
offered
34.4%
AP Participation
of students
813
AP Enrollment
students
IB Program305 students enrolled

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 · #50 · 93rd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found