Serving 392 students in grades 9-12, Randolph A. Philip Avt High 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randolph A. Philip Avt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Randolph A. Philip Avt High School's student population of 392 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Randolph A. Philip Avt High School is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
82%
14%
White
3%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Randolph A. Philip Avt High School often compared to?
Randolph A. Philip Avt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dobbins Avt High School, Saul W B Agricultural School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Randolph A. Philip Avt High School?
The graduation rate of Randolph A. Philip Avt High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Randolph A. Philip Avt High School?
392 students attend Randolph A. Philip Avt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Randolph A. Philip Avt High School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Randolph A. Philip Avt High School?
Randolph A. Philip Avt High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Randolph A. Philip Avt High School offer ?
Randolph A. Philip Avt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Randolph A. Philip Avt High School part of?
Randolph A. Philip Avt High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Randolph A. Philip Avt High School located?
Randolph A. Philip Avt High 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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