Serving 226 students in grades 9-12, The Linc 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 30-39% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Linc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The Linc's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Linc 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 The Linc is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1717 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
53%
15%
Black
37%
14%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Linc's ranking?
The Linc is ranked #1717 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Linc?
The graduation rate of The Linc is 60-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend The Linc?
226 students attend The Linc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of The Linc students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Linc?
The Linc has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Linc offer ?
The Linc offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Linc part of?
The Linc is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is The Linc located?
The Linc is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
1 2/11/2020
The isn't all it's cracked up to be. It's very mid-managed and the school is very small. From my knowledge by a work of mouth form several students that left. The staff are stealing school funding and using it for this not related to the children. I removed my daughter due to she didn't feel safe in the schools environment anymore. I do not recommend anyone enrols his or her children here, please find another school.
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