Serving 499 students in grades 9-12, Kensington Creative & Performing Arts 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Every student to be challenged to his or her fullest potential.
School Rankings
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts 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 Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School is 0.58, which is less 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
#2636 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
55%
15%
Black
34%
14%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
7%
7%
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 Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School's ranking?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School is ranked #2636 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School often compared to?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School?
The graduation rate of Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School?
499 students attend Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School offer ?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School part of?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School located?
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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