PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL

PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Philadelphia Public School District school district, located in Philadelphia, MS with about 410 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL, located at 248 Byrd Ave. in Philadelphia, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Philadelphia Public School District. As a central fixture of the community, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and personal development for its diverse student body. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, enlist in the military, or pursue higher education at a college or university.

Beyond its core academic offerings, PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL is well-known for its active extracurricular culture, particularly its athletic programs, which serve as a major point of pride for the local community. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where faculty and staff strive to equip students with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to navigate their future careers. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with community-focused initiatives, the school remains a vital pillar of Philadelphia, Mississippi, committed to the growth and empowerment of its students.

For more information, contact PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 656-2672 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.