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Central High School

Central High School is a public high school in Philadelphia, PA, serving grades 9–12, rated A+, with 2,329 students and a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

In 2024-2025, the share of students meeting the state standard was 96% in Literature, 70% in Algebra I and 69% in Biology.

A+TopHap school rating
Rating
A+
Grades
9–12
Enrollment
2,329
Students per teacher
26.5:1
Level
High
Type
Public · Regular

2024-2025 testing year

State test results

Share of students meeting or exceeding the state standard.

Literature96%
Algebra I70%
Biology69%

Academics and programs

AP courses offered
24
IB programmes
Diploma

Student body

Asian35%
White26%
Black23%
Hispanic11%
Two or more races5%
Native American0%
Pacific Islander0%
Male / female
45% / 55%
Free or reduced lunch
98%
Enrollment change vs prior year
-3.4%
Prior-year enrollment
2,412

School details

Address
1700 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Phone
(215) 400-3590
Website
centralhs.philasd.org/academics/chs-ib
Setting
City - Large
Status
Operational
NCES ID
421899003848
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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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About Central High School

How is Central High School rated?

Central High School 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 Central High School perform on state tests?

In the 2024-2025 testing year, the share of Central High School students meeting or exceeding the state standard was 96% in Literature, 70% in Algebra I and 69% in Biology.

What grades does Central High School serve?

Central High School serves grades 9–12 as a high school.

How many students attend Central High School?

2,329 students attend Central High School, down from 2,412 the prior year, with a student-teacher ratio of 26.5:1.

What programs does Central High School offer?

Central High School offers 24 AP courses and IB (diploma).

Which school district is Central High School in?

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