SAUL W B AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL

Saul W B Agricultural School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 499 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 18 teachers, Saul W B Agricultural School has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

The **W.B. Saul High School of Agricultural Sciences**, located on Henry Avenue in Philadelphia, is a unique specialized magnet school within the School District of Philadelphia. Unlike a traditional academic high school, Saul operates as a working farm and agricultural laboratory. It offers students a comprehensive curriculum that integrates rigorous college-preparatory academics with hands-on vocational training in fields such as animal science, horticulture, food science, and natural resource management. The school sits on over 100 acres of land, providing students with a practical, immersive environment to apply biological and agricultural concepts in real-world settings.

Because of its specialized mission, the school serves as a bridge between high school and post-secondary agricultural careers or collegiate studies in the life sciences. Students engage in the daily operations of the school’s farm, which includes livestock management, greenhouse production, and land stewardship. This experiential learning model is designed to foster both career-readiness and a deep understanding of environmental sustainability, making it a standout institution for students interested in the intersection of science, technology, and agriculture.

For more information, contact Saul W B Agricultural School at (215) 487-4467 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.