Communications Technology High School serves 291 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 20-29% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-39% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)20-29%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30-39%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
95%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)90-94%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Communications Technology High School?
The graduation rate of Communications Technology High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 85%.
How many students attend Communications Technology High School?
291 students attend Communications Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Communications Technology High School students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Communications Technology High School?
Communications Technology High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Communications Technology High School offer ?
Communications Technology High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Communications Technology High School part of?
Communications Technology High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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