At a glance
Reported students
1,183
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
47.62
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
05–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Pennsylvania high enrollment
81st percentile
Compared with 712 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
415.5
Masterman Julia R Sec Sch: 1,183 reported students.
State peer staffing position
98th percentile
24.8:1 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
- 1,181
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21.9:1
What the reported data says about Masterman Julia R Sec Sch
Masterman Julia R Sec Sch is a public high school serving grades 05–12 in Philadelphia. It is one of 220 current school records connected to Philadelphia City SD. NCES reports 1,183 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 81st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.8:1, 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 White (39.8%) and Asian (28.6%). English learners represent 0.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 0.9%. 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. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Masterman Julia R Sec Sch
- 1How do the reported 24.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 47.62 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
- 0.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 0.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- 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
- White39.8%
- Hispanic7.5%
- Black16%
- Asian28.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial8%
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
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
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.
Olney HS
High · Grades 09–12
1,168 reported students
Academy at Palumbo
High · Grades 09–12
1,225 reported students
Fels Samuel HS
High · Grades 09–12
1,255 reported students
Edison HS/Fareira Skills
High · Grades 09–12
983 reported students
Franklin LC
High · Grades 09–12
918 reported students
Frankford HS
High · Grades 09–12
907 reported students
Public schools near Masterman Julia R Sec Sch
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin LC High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 918 | 0.2 mi |
| Franklin Benjamin HS High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 570 | 0.2 mi |
| Science Leadership Academy High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 502 | 0.2 mi |
| Parkway Center City Middle College High · Philadelphia City SD | 09–12 | 436 | 0.3 mi |
| Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS High · Charter · Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS | 09–12 | 629 | 0.5 mi |
| Freire CS High · Charter · Freire CS | 05–12 | 1,024 | 0.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Masterman Julia R Sec Sch
What grades does Masterman Julia R Sec Sch serve?
Masterman Julia R Sec Sch reports grades 05–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Philadelphia City SD.
How many students attend Masterman Julia R Sec Sch?
Masterman Julia R Sec Sch reported 1,183 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 81st percentile among 712 Pennsylvania high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,181 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Masterman Julia R Sec Sch?
The calculated ratio is 24.8:1, based on 1,183 students and 47.62 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 Masterman Julia R Sec Sch a public, charter, or magnet school?
Masterman Julia R Sec Sch 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 Masterman Julia R Sec Sch in?
Masterman Julia R Sec Sch 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 Masterman Julia R Sec Sch?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Franklin LC (0.2 mi), Franklin Benjamin HS (0.2 mi), Science Leadership Academy (0.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.