Serving 629 students in grades 9-12, Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than 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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Blue and Gray
School Calendar
School Rankings
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs 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 Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
87%
14%
White
3%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs's ranking?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is ranked #2554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs often compared to?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chsis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs?
629 students attend Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs offer ?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs part of?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is part of Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs located?
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Chs is located in the Center City West neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Center City West.
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