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West Philadelphia High School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 4901 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139.0

(215)400-7900

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1/10
#615
Rank 615 out of 625
Top 98%
English Language Arts1/10 · #613 · 2nd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #613 · 2nd percentile
Science1/10 · #608 · 1st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

West Philadelphia High School sits in one of Philly's most historically rich and culturally vibrant neighborhoods, where rowhouses, community murals, and deep neighborhood pride define everyday life. The school serves a student body that reflects the real texture of West Philly, and families who are deeply rooted in the community and committed to public education in their own backyard will feel a genuine connection here. For those drawn to the neighborhood's strong sense of identity and local history, this school is a reflection of the community it calls home.

Student Demographics

108 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
98 (91%)
Hispanic
5 (5%)
White
3 (3%)
Other
2 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged97 (90%)
Students with Disabilities21 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

718
Enrollment
50.8
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

75.8%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.

3
AP Courses
offered
7.6%
AP Participation
of students
41
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 · #21 · 97th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found