At a glance
Reported students
851
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
30.61
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
27.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Pennsylvania high enrollment
69th percentile
Compared with 712 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
415.5
HS of Engineering & Science: 851 reported students.
State peer staffing position
99th percentile
27.8:1 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
- 879
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.5:1
What the reported data says about HS of Engineering & Science
HS of Engineering & Science is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in Philadelphia. It is one of 220 current school records connected to Philadelphia City SD. NCES reports 851 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 69th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 27.8:1, 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 Black (56.1%) and Asian (16.6%). English learners represent 1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 2.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 16 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking HS of Engineering & Science
- 1How do the reported 27.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 30.61 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 2 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
- 1%
- Students with disabilities
- 2.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- 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
- White8.1%
- Hispanic13.6%
- Black56.1%
- Asian16.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial5.4%
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
16 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
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.
Furness Horace HS
High · Grades 09–12
896 reported students
Swenson Arts and Technology High School
High · Grades 09–12
805 reported students
Frankford HS
High · Grades 09–12
907 reported students
Franklin LC
High · Grades 09–12
918 reported students
Edison HS/Fareira Skills
High · Grades 09–12
983 reported students
West Philadelphia HS
High · Grades 09–12
718 reported students
Public schools near HS of Engineering & Science
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TECH Freire CS High · Charter · TECH Freire CS | 09–12 | 541 | 0.4 mi |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 273 | 0.4 mi |
| YouthBuild Phila CS High · Charter · Youth Build Phila CS | 12–12 | 271 | 0.5 mi |
| The U School: Innovative Lab High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 195 | 0.8 mi |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 284 | 0.8 mi |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 581 | 0.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about HS of Engineering & Science
What grades does HS of Engineering & Science serve?
HS of Engineering & Science reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Philadelphia City SD.
How many students attend HS of Engineering & Science?
HS of Engineering & Science reported 851 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 69th percentile among 712 Pennsylvania high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 879 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at HS of Engineering & Science?
The calculated ratio is 27.8:1, based on 851 students and 30.61 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 HS of Engineering & Science a public, charter, or magnet school?
HS of Engineering & Science is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is HS of Engineering & Science in?
HS of Engineering & Science 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 HS of Engineering & Science?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include TECH Freire CS (0.4 mi), Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson (0.4 mi), YouthBuild Phila CS (0.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.