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Dobbins AVT High School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 2150 West Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132.0

(215)400-7050

1/10
#617
Rank 617 out of 625
Top 99%
English Language Arts1/10 · #619 · 1st percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #611 · 2nd percentile
Science1/10 · #607 · 2nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Dobbins AVT (Aviation, Vocational, and Technical) High School sits in North Philadelphia and takes a hands-on, career-focused approach that sets it apart from a traditional academic track — making it a potential fit for students who thrive when learning connects directly to a trade or technical skill. The school serves a neighborhood that reflects the grit and resilience of North Philly, and families considering it should go in with open eyes, understanding that academic test scores are low and the school faces real challenges. That said, for a student with a specific vocational interest and a family ready to stay engaged, the technical programming can offer a pathway that a conventional high school simply wouldn't.

Student Demographics

132 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
121 (92%)
Hispanic
6 (5%)
Multiple Races
3 (2%)
White
2 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged121 (92%)
Students with Disabilities34 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

581
Enrollment
41.1
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

80.9%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

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 · #26 · 96th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found