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Central HS
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Grades 9 to 12 · Philadelphia City SD
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About Central HS
Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Central HS is a public school for grades 9 through 12. Federal data for 2024-25 shows 2,329 students enrolled. That makes it one of the larger public and charter high schools in Philadelphia. There are about 26.5 students for every full-time-equivalent teacher (87.9 teachers in all). It is one of 219 schools in Philadelphia City SD. Federal data from 2021-22 lists it as a magnet school. Federal locale data places it in a large city. There are 245 other schools within 5 miles.
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School facts
| Address | 1700 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (215) 400-3590 |
| School district | Philadelphia City SD |
| Grades | 9 to 12 |
| Students (2024-25) | 2,329 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 87.9 |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 |
| Charter school | No |
| Magnet school | Yes, based on the most recent federal magnet data (2021-22) |
| School type | Regular |
| Level | High |
| Locale (NCES) | City, large, Philadelphia County |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 421899003848). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does Central HS serve?
Central HS serves grades 9 through 12.
How many students attend Central HS?
Central HS reported 2,329 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central HS?
About 26.5 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 2,329 students and 87.9 teachers in federal data.
Is Central HS a public or charter school?
Central HS is a traditional public (non-charter) school.
What school district is Central HS in?
Central HS is part of Philadelphia City SD. See all schools in this district at https://parentschoolreview.com/districts/pa/philadelphia-city-sd/
Where is Central HS located?
Central HS is at 1700 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141. The phone number is (215) 400-3590.
How many other schools are near Central HS?
There are 245 other schools within 5 miles of Central HS in our directory.
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