YOUTH BUILD PHILA CS

Youth Build Phila CS is a public charter high school that is part of the Youth Build Phila CS school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 259 students. With about 9 teachers, Youth Build Phila CS has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. 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.

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is a unique alternative educational institution designed specifically for young adults aged 18 to 21 who have previously dropped out of the traditional high school system. Located on North Broad Street, the school operates on a dual-track model that combines academic instruction with vocational training. By integrating a high school diploma program with hands-on career development, the school aims to help students overcome barriers to education and prepare them for long-term economic self-sufficiency.

Beyond traditional classroom learning, YouthBuild Philadelphia emphasizes personal growth, leadership development, and civic engagement. Students spend a significant portion of their time participating in community service projects and acquiring industry-recognized certifications in fields such as construction, healthcare, and business technology. Through this holistic approach, the school fosters a supportive environment that equips its students with the professional skills, confidence, and academic credentials necessary to successfully transition into post-secondary education or the competitive workforce.

For more information, contact Youth Build Phila CS at (215) 627-8671 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1231 N Broad St 5th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19122-4021
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YOUTH BUILD PHILA CS is a public Charter school in Philadelphia, PA with about 259 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Philadelphia City SD
Total Students:
259
Teachers:
9
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 259 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending YOUTH BUILD PHILA CS is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 81% of the student body.

Black or African American
81.5%
Hispanic/Latino
12.4%
Two or more races
4.6%
White
1.2%
Asian
0.4%

Female
56.8%
Male
43.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.