CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS

Creative and Performing Arts is a Title I public high school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 703 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 28 teachers, Creative and Performing Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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 **Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA)**, located at 901 S. Broad St., is a prestigious magnet school in the Philadelphia School District that serves as a hub for artistic excellence and academic rigor. Established in 1978, the school is designed for students who demonstrate exceptional talent in the arts, offering intensive training in various disciplines including theater, dance, music (instrumental and vocal), visual arts, and creative writing. Because it is a city-wide magnet school, admission is highly competitive and based on auditions, portfolios, and academic achievement, drawing students from all across Philadelphia who are dedicated to honing their craft.

Beyond its specialized artistic curriculum, CAPA is known for maintaining high academic standards, ensuring that students are prepared for both collegiate conservatory programs and traditional university settings. The school’s environment is deeply collaborative, often described as a close-knit community where students perform regularly in the building's professional-grade theater and galleries. By integrating professional-level arts training with a comprehensive college-preparatory education, CAPA has earned a reputation for producing well-rounded graduates who have gone on to achieve success on Broadway, in major orchestras, and across various professional creative industries.

For more information, contact Creative and Performing Arts at (215) 952-2462 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.