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South Philadelphia High School

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

611 students

High School, Grades 9–12

(215)400-8400School Website

611

Students

12:1

S:T Ratio

School Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance
Avg SAT Score

940

B-

out of 1600
Below Avg
AP Courses

2

C+

courses offered
Average
AP Enrollment

4%

C

of students
Below Avg
Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

A

students per teacher
Excellent
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Academic Grades

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Academic Pathways

Explore 44 courses in the 2025-26 catalog for South Philadelphia High School

English 1
9th

Core English course for 9th grade students covering literature, writing, and language skills.

English 2
10th

Core English course for 10th grade students covering literature, writing, and language skills.

English 3
11th

Core English course for 11th grade students covering literature, writing, and language skills.

English 4
12th

Core English course for 12th grade students covering literature, writing, and language skills.

Algebra 1
9th-12th

Foundational algebra course covering equations, functions, and algebraic reasoning.

Geometry
9th-12th

Study of geometric shapes, proofs, and spatial reasoning. Available in sheltered and honors levels.

Algebra 2
10th-12th

Advanced algebra covering polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions. Available in sheltered and honors levels.

Applied Math
10th-12th

Practical mathematics applications for real-world scenarios.

Math of Personal Finance
11th-12th

Mathematics focused on personal financial literacy including budgeting, investing, and financial planning.

Statistics
11th-12th

Introduction to statistical analysis, data interpretation, and probability.

Biology
9th-10th

Study of living organisms, cells, genetics, and ecosystems.

Chemistry
10th-11th

Study of matter, chemical reactions, and atomic structure.

Standardized Test Dates

Upcoming national, state, and school calendar dates that affect students at South Philadelphia High School.

National Tests

August 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026

ISEE — Fall Testing Season

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August 3, 2026 – June 30, 2027

SSAT — Flex Testing

Testing window

August 22, 2026

SAT — National

Test date

August 28, 2026

SAT — National

Registration deadline

September 1, 2026

ACT — National

Late registration deadline

September 1, 2026

SAT — National

Late registration deadline
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State Assessments

December 7, 2026 – December 18, 2026

Keystone Exams — Algebra I

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December 7, 2026 – December 18, 2026

Keystone Exams — Literature

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December 7, 2026 – December 18, 2026

Keystone Exams — Biology

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January 4, 2027 – January 15, 2027

Keystone Exams — Algebra I

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January 4, 2027 – January 15, 2027

Keystone Exams — Literature

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January 4, 2027 – January 15, 2027

Keystone Exams — Biology

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School Details
Address

2101 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Phone

(215)400-8400

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District

Philadelphia City School District

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