At a glance
Reported students
896
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
45.56
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Pennsylvania high enrollment
70th percentile
Compared with 712 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
415.5
Furness Horace HS: 896 reported students.
State peer staffing position
96th percentile
19.7:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 754
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13:1
What the reported data says about Furness Horace HS
Furness Horace HS is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Philadelphia. It is one of 220 current school records connected to Philadelphia City SD. NCES reports 896 students for 2024–25.
Among 712 high schools in Pennsylvania with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 571 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 70th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.7:1, above the Pennsylvania median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (44.1%) and Asian (29.7%). English learners represent 50.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 8 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Furness Horace HS
- 1How do the reported 19.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 45.56 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 50.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.1%
- Hispanic44.1%
- Black15.5%
- Asian29.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial3.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
8 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Philadelphia City SD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Frankford HS
High · Grades 09–12
907 reported students
Franklin LC
High · Grades 09–12
918 reported students
HS of Engineering & Science
High · Grades 07–12
851 reported students
Edison HS/Fareira Skills
High · Grades 09–12
983 reported students
Swenson Arts and Technology High School
High · Grades 09–12
805 reported students
West Philadelphia HS
High · Grades 09–12
718 reported students
Public schools near Furness Horace HS
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Philadelphia HS High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 684 | 0.9 mi |
| Academy at Palumbo High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 1,225 | 1.3 mi |
| Creative and Performing Arts High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 643 | 1.3 mi |
| Gamp High · Philadelphia City SD | 05–12 | 634 | 1.7 mi |
| Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus High · Charter · Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus | 07–12 | 660 | 1.8 mi |
| National Constitution Center HS High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 421 | 1.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Furness Horace HS
What grades does Furness Horace HS serve?
Furness Horace HS reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Philadelphia City SD.
How many students attend Furness Horace HS?
Furness Horace HS reported 896 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 70th percentile among 712 Pennsylvania high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 754 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Furness Horace HS?
The calculated ratio is 19.7:1, based on 896 students and 45.56 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Pennsylvania median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Furness Horace HS a public, charter, or magnet school?
Furness Horace HS is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Philadelphia City SD attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Furness Horace HS in?
Furness Horace HS is part of Philadelphia City SD, based in Philadelphia, PA, which operates 220 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Furness Horace HS?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include South Philadelphia HS (0.9 mi), Academy at Palumbo (1.3 mi), Creative and Performing Arts (1.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.