School District
Academic Resources for Philadelphia City School District
Varsity Tutors serves students in Philadelphia City School District, a public school district serving the Philadelphia area in Pennsylvania. The district educates 112,953 students across 217 schools.
217
Schools112,953
Total Students217
Schools14.5:1
Student-Teacher RatioThe K–12 Academic Journey in Philadelphia City School District
What to expect at each stage—and where students commonly need extra support.
Focus & Milestones
Building foundations in reading, writing, and math
- Learn to read (K-2)
- Read to learn (3-5)
- Multiplication mastery
- Middle school readiness
Common Pressure Points
Where students often need extra support:
- 13rd grade reading transition
- 2Math facts fluency
- 3Fractions in 4th-5th grade
Testing & Assessments
Important tests at this level:
- PSSA (Grades 3-5)
- Keystone (Grades 3-5)
Schools & Academic Resources
Find school and grade-specific tutoring for Philadelphia City School District students, school information, and other academic resources.
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Elementary Schools
Foundational learning with personalized tutoring supportM
Middle Schools
Transition support with subject-specific tutoringH
High Schools
Advanced academics with college prep tutoringThe Science Leadership Academy at Beeber
642 students
Grades 5-12Available Grades:
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School
469 students
Grades 9-12Available Grades:
9
10
11
12
Paul Robeson High School for Human Services
314 students
Grades 9-12Available Grades:
9
10
11
12
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Other Schools
Alternative & Special ProgramsVare-Washington Elementary School
339 students
Grades PK-8Available Grades:
PK
K
1
2
3
4
5
6
+2 more
District Performance
Per Student Spending
$17,914
Annual expenditureSupporting Families in Philadelphia City School District
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