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Olney High School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 100 W Duncannon Ave, Philadephia, PA 19120.0

(215)400-4000

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1/10
#591
Rank 591 out of 625
Top 94%
English Language Arts1/10 · #590 · 6th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #587 · 6th percentile
Science1/10 · #561 · 9th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Olney High School serves the dense, working-class neighborhood of Olney in North Philadelphia, a community known for its remarkable cultural diversity and tight-knit immigrant and first-generation American families. The school reflects the neighborhood itself — multilingual, resilient, and community-rooted — making it a natural fit for families who are deeply embedded in the fabric of this part of the city. For families in the 19120 zip code, Olney offers a local option with a diverse student body that mirrors the vibrant mix of cultures found along 5th Street and throughout the surrounding blocks.

Student Demographics

191 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
99 (52%)
African American
72 (38%)
Asian
11 (6%)
Multiple Races
7 (4%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners74 (39%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged159 (83%)
Students with Disabilities33 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,168
Enrollment
82.7
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

76.2%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 · #64 · 91st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found