Serving 501 students in grades 9-12, Saul W B Agricultural School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saul W B Agricultural School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saul W B Agricultural School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saul W B Agricultural School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saul W B Agricultural School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2299 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
65%
14%
White
18%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saul W B Agricultural School's ranking?
Saul W B Agricultural School is ranked #2299 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Saul W B Agricultural School often compared to?
Saul W B Agricultural Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph A. Philip Avt High School, Roxborough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saul W B Agricultural School?
The graduation rate of Saul W B Agricultural School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Saul W B Agricultural School?
501 students attend Saul W B Agricultural School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Saul W B Agricultural School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saul W B Agricultural School?
Saul W B Agricultural School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saul W B Agricultural School offer ?
Saul W B Agricultural School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Saul W B Agricultural School part of?
Saul W B Agricultural School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Saul W B Agricultural School located?
Saul W B Agricultural School is located in the Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 11 other public schools located in Northwest Philadelphia.
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