Serving 610 students in grades 9-12, Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs 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 ≤5% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs 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 Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs is 0.27, 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
#2530 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
85%
14%
White
5%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs's ranking?
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs is ranked #2530 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs often compared to?
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chsis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% 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 Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs?
610 students attend Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs?
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs offer ?
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs part of?
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs is part of Philadelphia Electrical & TECH CHS School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs located?
Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs is located in the Center City West neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Center City West.
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