Serving 606 students in grades 9-12, Bodine William W High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bodine William W High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bodine William W High School's student population of 606 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bodine William W High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
49%
14%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bodine William W High School often compared to?
Bodine William W High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bodine William W High School?
The graduation rate of Bodine William W High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bodine William W High School?
606 students attend Bodine William W High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bodine William W High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bodine William W High School?
Bodine William W High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bodine William W High School offer ?
Bodine William W High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bodine William W High School part of?
Bodine William W High School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Bodine William W High School located?
Bodine William W 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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