Serving 1,186 students in grades 5-12, Masterman Julia R Sec School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 1,186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Masterman Julia R Sec School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Masterman Julia R Sec School's student population of 1,186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
1,186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Masterman Julia R Sec School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Masterman Julia R Sec School is 0.73, which is more 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
#28 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
18%
14%
White
41%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
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 Masterman Julia R Sec School's ranking?
Masterman Julia R Sec School is ranked #28 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Masterman Julia R Sec School often compared to?
Masterman Julia R Sec 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Masterman Julia R Sec School?
The graduation rate of Masterman Julia R Sec School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Masterman Julia R Sec School?
1,186 students attend Masterman Julia R Sec School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Masterman Julia R Sec School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Masterman Julia R Sec School?
Masterman Julia R Sec School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Masterman Julia R Sec School offer ?
Masterman Julia R Sec School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Masterman Julia R Sec School part of?
Masterman Julia R Sec School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Masterman Julia R Sec School located?
Masterman Julia R Sec School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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