School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students (09-10)
136 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
22 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(09-10)13%
9%
Black
(09-10)84%
15%
White
(09-10)3%
72%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≤20%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
98%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Philadelphia City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Penn William High School?
The graduation rate of Penn William High School is 20%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 85%.
How many students attend Penn William High School?
136 students attend Penn William High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Penn William High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Penn William High School offer ?
Penn William High School offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Penn William High School part of?
Penn William High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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