PARKWAY CENTER CITY MIDDLE COLLEGE

Parkway Center City Middle College is a Title I public high school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 476 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 13 teachers, Parkway Center City Middle College has a student/teacher ratio of about 36:1. 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.

Parkway Center City Middle College (PCCMC) is a unique public magnet school in Philadelphia that operates through a collaborative partnership between the School District of Philadelphia and the Community College of Philadelphia (CCP). Designed for students in grades 9 through 12, the school offers an accelerated academic environment where students can earn both a high school diploma and significant college credits simultaneously. By integrating high school curriculum with college-level coursework, the school aims to bridge the gap between secondary education and higher learning, preparing students for the rigors of university life and professional careers.

Located in the Spring Garden/Callowhill area, the school fosters a rigorous, college-preparatory culture that emphasizes independence, academic responsibility, and critical thinking. Because the program allows students to take courses on the Community College of Philadelphia campus, they are immersed in a diverse, collegiate atmosphere from a young age. This model not only reduces the financial burden of future college tuition for families but also provides students with a head start on their undergraduate degrees, making it a highly sought-after destination for motivated students looking for an alternative to the traditional high school experience.

For more information, contact Parkway Center City Middle College at (215) 299-8801 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.