Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Constitution High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Constitution High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Constitution High School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Constitution High 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 Constitution High School is 0.56, 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
#1672 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
63%
14%
White
5%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Constitution High School's ranking?
Constitution High School is ranked #1672 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Constitution High School often compared to?
Constitution High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Constitution High School?
The graduation rate of Constitution High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Constitution High School?
383 students attend Constitution High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Constitution High School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Constitution High School?
Constitution High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Constitution High School offer ?
Constitution High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Constitution High School part of?
Constitution High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Constitution High School located?
Constitution High School is located in the Center City East neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Center City East.
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