Olney High School

Summary:

Olney High School is a public high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, serving 1,196 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Philadelphia City School District, which is ranked 494 out of 606 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Olney High School faces significant challenges compared to nearby schools. The school has a much higher percentage of Hispanic (55.27%) and African American (34.45%) students, yet its academic performance is significantly lower. In the 2022-2023 school year, only 6.1% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better in Keystone Exams/Algebra I, 8.2% in Keystone Exams/Biology, and 25% in Keystone Exams/Literature - well below the district and state averages. Olney High School also has a lower 81.9% four-year graduation rate and a higher 4.0% dropout rate compared to nearby schools. Additionally, the school has a very high student-teacher ratio of 51.5, and 99.75% of its students receive free or reduced-cost lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.

When compared to nearby schools, Olney High School's performance is consistently lower. For example, Central High School is ranked 5th out of 674 Pennsylvania high schools and has significantly higher academic achievement, graduation rates, and lower dropout rates. Olney High School's underperformance is particularly pronounced for Asian, African American, and Hispanic student subgroups, as well as for English Language Learners and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Despite the high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, Olney High School's spending per student ($22,593) is lower than some of the nearby schools, suggesting a potential need for increased funding and resources to support the school's student population.

Detail:

Public 9-12

100 W Duncannon Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19120

(215) 400-4000

District: Philadelphia City School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
632^nd of 674 Pennsylvania High Schools

Student/teacher ratio: 51.5

Number of students: 1,196

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

55.3%

African American:

34.4%

Asian:

5.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 99.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Olney High School ranks worse than 93.8% of high schools in Pennsylvania. It also ranks 37^th among 54 ranked high schools in the Philadelphia City School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 5.81. (See more...)

The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Olney High School freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (55.3%), African American (34.4%), Asian (5.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 99.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Olney High School is 51.5, which is the highest among 55 high schools in the Philadelphia City School District! (See more...)

Compare Olney High School employs 23.2 full-time teachers.

Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Olney High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Olney High School 632^nd of 674 Pennsylvania public high schools. (See Olney High School in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Low Socio Economic Status students:

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Asian students:

African American students:

Hispanic students:

Philadelphia City School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Philadelphia City School District 494^th of 606 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Olney High School

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Rank History for all students at Olney High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	5.81	632^nd	674	6.2%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Olney High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	44.99	43^rd	85	49.4%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Olney High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	9.07	595^th	652	8.7%

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Rank History for Disabled students at Olney High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	28.93	355^th	502	29.3%

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Rank History for Asian students at Olney High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	1.17	112^th	112	0.0%

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Rank History for African American students at Olney High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	15.14	233^rd	260	10.4%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Olney High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	11.15	233^rd	252	7.5%

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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Olney High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2022	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2023	13	412	67	661	1	0	42	0	1196

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Olney High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2023	1196	23.2	51.5	99.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Olney High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2023	1196	23.2	51.5	99.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Schools Near Olney High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				Keystone Exams Algebra I (2023)	Keystone Exams Biology (2023)	Keystone Exams Literature (2023)	PSSA Math (2023)			PSSA Science (2023)		PSSA English Language Arts (2023)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Keystone Exams Algebra I 11th Grade	Keystone Exams Biology 11th Grade	Keystone Exams Literature 11th Grade	PSSA Math 7th Grade	PSSA Math 8th Grade	PSSA Math All Grades	PSSA Science 8th Grade	PSSA Science All Grades	PSSA English Language Arts 7th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 8th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Olney High School	Public	9-12	100 W Duncannon Ave	Philadelphia	19120	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(215) 400-4000	1,196	23	51.5	99.7%	13 (1.1%)	412 (34.4%)	661 (55.3%)	67 (5.6%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	42 (3.5%)	5.8	632^nd of 674 public high schools	6.2%					(n/a)	6.1	8.2	25.0
Philadelphia Learning Academy - North	Public	9-12	4224 N Front St	Philadelphia	19140	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	No	No	Yes	(267) 754-1400	42	10	4.1	100.0%	0 (0.0%)	30 (71.4%)	11 (26.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.4%)	2.6	672^nd of 674 public high schools	0.3%					(n/a)	0.0	0.0	6.7									$66,835	$15,067	$51,767
Edison High School/Fareira Skills	Public	9-12	151 West Luzerne Street	Philadelphia	19140	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	No	No	Yes	(215) 400-3900	886	72	12.2	100.0%	14 (1.6%)	268 (30.2%)	582 (65.7%)	5 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (1.9%)	4.1	651^st of 674 public high schools	3.4%		5.6	590^th of 634 public high schools	6.9%	61	3.1	5.7	17.4									$19,965	$10,967	$8,998
Girls High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	1400 W Olney Ave	Philadelphia	19141	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	Yes	No	Yes	(215) 400-3700	894	46	19.4	100.0%	43 (4.8%)	618 (69.1%)	93 (10.4%)	107 (12.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	33 (3.7%)	44.7	425^th of 674 public high schools	36.9%		76.6	148^th of 634 public high schools	76.7%	277	25.1	35.8	70.6									$15,995	$8,504	$7,491
The Linc	Public	9-12	122 W Erie Ave	Philadelphia	19140	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	No	No	Yes	(215) 400-3940	221	16	13.8	100.0%	6 (2.7%)	81 (36.7%)	124 (56.1%)	4 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (2.7%)	4.6	646^th of 674 public high schools	4.2%		7.5	579^th of 634 public high schools	8.7%	67	8.0	0.0	7.4									$22,593	$13,600	$8,994
Central High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	1700 W Olney Ave	Philadelphia	19141	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	Yes	No	Yes	(215) 400-3590	2,364	116	20.3	100.0%	662 (28.0%)	517 (21.9%)	240 (10.2%)	836 (35.4%)	8 (0.3%)	2 (0.1%)	99 (4.2%)	97.1	5^th of 674 public high schools	99.3%		94.5	4^th of 634 public high schools	99.4%	1	88.2	80.2	98.4									$14,222	$7,333	$6,889
Fels Samuel High School	Public	9-12	5500 Langdon Street	Philadelphia	19111	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	No	No	Yes	(215) 400-7100	1,053	72	14.7	100.0%	44 (4.2%)	474 (45.0%)	418 (39.7%)	71 (6.7%)	2 (0.2%)	6 (0.6%)	38 (3.6%)	5.2	638^th of 674 public high schools	5.3%		3.9	609^th of 634 public high schools	3.9%	29	2.6	9.0	27.1									$17,250	$9,036	$8,214
Multicultural Academy Charter School	Public, Charter	9-12	3821 N. Broad St.	Philadelphia	19140	Philadelphia County	Multicultural Academy Charter School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(215) 227-0513	250	17	14.4		1 (0.4%)	214 (85.6%)	19 (7.6%)	4 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	11 (4.4%)	48.3	394^th of 674 public high schools	41.5%					(n/a)	22.8	52.2	61.4									$18,350	$3,330	$15,021
Frankford High School	Public	9-12	5000 Oxford Ave	Philadelphia	19124	Philadelphia County	Philadelphia City School District	No	No	No	Yes	(215) 400-7200	923	71	12.9	99.9%	46 (5.0%)	402 (43.6%)	428 (46.4%)	5 (0.5%)	2 (0.2%)	2 (0.2%)	38 (4.1%)	4.2	650^th of 674 public high schools	3.6%		4.6	602^nd of 634 public high schools	5.0%	48	2.6	4.9	19.8									$19,046	$9,567	$9,479
Mastery Cs-Gratz Campus	Public, Charter	7-12	1798 West Hunting Park Avenue	Philadelphia	19140	Philadelphia County	Mastery CS-Gratz Campus	Yes	No	No	Yes	(215) 227-4408	1,160	67	17.2		5 (0.4%)	1,020 (87.9%)	102 (8.8%)	1 (0.1%)	7 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (2.2%)	5.1	640^th of 674 public high schools	5.0%		2.2	630^th of 634 public high schools	0.6%	10	4.7	8.6	22.0	12.9	11.8	12.3	14.9	14.9	30.0	29.1	29.5	$21,794	$4,913	$16,881

Frequently Asked Questions about Olney High School

What district is Olney High School in?

Philadelphia City School District

How many students attend Olney High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,196 students attended Olney High School.

What is the racial makeup of Olney High School?

Students at Olney High School are 55% Hispanic, 34% African American, 6% Asian, 4% Two or more races, 1% White.

Is Olney High School a good school?

Olney High School ranks in the bottom 6.2% of Pennsylvania high schools.

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