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Kensington High School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 2501 Coral St, Philadelphia, PA 19125.0

(215)400-7700

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1/10
#589
Rank 589 out of 625
Top 94%
English Language Arts1/10 · #586 · 7th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #578 · 8th percentile
Science1/10 · #587 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Kensington High School sits in one of Philadelphia's most storied and evolving neighborhoods, where a tight-knit community is working hard to build something better. Families who choose Kensington tend to be deeply rooted in the area and committed to their local school, even as the school faces the real challenges that come with serving a high-need urban population. For students who thrive with strong community ties and a school that knows them by name, this can be a meaningful place to grow — and the surrounding neighborhood's ongoing revitalization means there's a sense of possibility in the air.

Student Demographics

67 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
42 (63%)
African American
20 (30%)
Multiple Races
4 (6%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners16 (24%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged54 (81%)
Students with Disabilities16 (24%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

458
Enrollment
32.4
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

56.4%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 · #25 · 96th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found