Serving 1,235 students in grades 9-12, Fels Samuel High School 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 60% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fels Samuel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fels Samuel High School's student population of 1,235 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
Fels Samuel High School 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 Fels Samuel High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2397 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
39%
14%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fels Samuel High School's ranking?
Fels Samuel High School is ranked #2397 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fels Samuel High School?
The graduation rate of Fels Samuel High School is 60%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fels Samuel High School?
1,235 students attend Fels Samuel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Fels Samuel High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fels Samuel High School?
Fels Samuel High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fels Samuel High School offer ?
Fels Samuel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fels Samuel High School part of?
Fels Samuel High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fels Samuel High School located?
Fels Samuel High School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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