Serving 434 students in grades 9-12, Kensington Health Sciences 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kensington Health Sciences's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kensington Health Sciences 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 Kensington Health Sciences is 0.43, 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
#1831 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
74%
14%
Black
16%
14%
White
6%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kensington Health Sciences's ranking?
Kensington Health Sciences is ranked #1831 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kensington Health Sciences?
The graduation rate of Kensington Health Sciences is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kensington Health Sciences?
434 students attend Kensington Health Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kensington Health Sciences students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kensington Health Sciences?
Kensington Health Sciences has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kensington Health Sciences offer ?
Kensington Health Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kensington Health Sciences part of?
Kensington Health Sciences is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kensington Health Sciences located?
Kensington Health Sciences is located in the East Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Kensington.
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