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Academy at Palumbo

Academy at Palumbo is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, serving grades 9–12, rated A-, with 1,225 students and a 35.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

In 2024-2025, the share of students meeting the state standard was 92% in Literature, 74% in Algebra I and 69% in Biology.

A-TopHap school rating
Rating
A-
Grades
9–12
Enrollment
1,225
Students per teacher
35.1:1
Level
High
Type
Public · Regular

2024-2025 testing year

State test results

Share of students meeting or exceeding the state standard.

Literature92%
Algebra I74%
Biology69%

Academics and programs

AP courses offered
16

Student body

Asian34%
Black25%
Hispanic18%
White17%
Two or more races5%
Native American0%
Pacific Islander0%
Male / female
43% / 57%
Free or reduced lunch
97%
Enrollment change vs prior year
+15.5%
Prior-year enrollment
1,061

School details

Address
1100 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone
(215) 400-8130
Website
philasd.org
Setting
City - Large
Status
Operational
NCES ID
421899000962
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School district

Philadelphia City School District

District rating
C+
Schools
220
Students
120,057
Spending per student
$17,593
Teachers (FTE)
8,000
Grades
PK–12
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Common questions

About Academy at Palumbo

How is Academy at Palumbo rated?

Academy at Palumbo holds a A- rating on TopHap's A-to-D scale, which blends state test results, academic progress and student outcomes. Philadelphia City School District is rated C+ overall.

How do students at Academy at Palumbo perform on state tests?

In the 2024-2025 testing year, the share of Academy at Palumbo students meeting or exceeding the state standard was 92% in Literature, 74% in Algebra I and 69% in Biology.

What grades does Academy at Palumbo serve?

Academy at Palumbo serves grades 9–12 as a high school.

How many students attend Academy at Palumbo?

1,225 students attend Academy at Palumbo, up from 1,061 the prior year, with a student-teacher ratio of 35.1:1.

What programs does Academy at Palumbo offer?

Academy at Palumbo offers 16 AP courses.

Which school district is Academy at Palumbo in?

Academy at Palumbo is part of Philadelphia City School District, which reports 220 schools, 120,057 students and $17,593 of spending per student.