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GreatSchools: The Parents' Guide to K-12 Success
GreatSchools Rating: 2 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Philadelphia's rating is based on its public schools' test results; 10 is best. Learn more >

Top-Rated Philadelphia Public Schools

 

What's it like to live in Philadelphia?

PhiladelphiaPennsylvaniaU.S.
Median household income $36,039 $47,086 $49,199
Median home price $176,900 $213,500 $310,200
Cost of living (% of national avg)92% 89% 100%
Unemployment 6% 4% 4%
Violent crime index (1 is lowest)823
Days per year with some sun: 207
Days per year with some precipitation: 119
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Source: Sperling's Best Places
Population: 1,451,883

Recent Parent Reviews

Roman Catholic High School

2 days ago

Excellent eduacation, great sport program , well disciplined. We love it .

Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School

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I love Hostos, My kids been going now for 3 yrs kinderm and I think the staff is great ...

Philadelphia Academy Charter School

1 out of 5 stars
2 days ago

After attending Philadelphia Academy Charter High School for two years, I can honestly ...

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