School Overview
Frankford High School, located in the Northwood neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a long-standing comprehensive public high school that has served the community for over a century. Housed in a historic, architecturally significant building, the school provides a wide range of academic programs, including career and technical education (CTE) pathways, advanced placement courses, and various extracurricular activities such as athletics, music, and student clubs. It operates under the School District of Philadelphia and aims to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional academics and practical skill-building.

As a staple of the Frankford area, the school has undergone various initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes and fostering a supportive learning environment. Like many large urban high schools, Frankford emphasizes the importance of community engagement and school spirit, often serving as a hub for local events. Students at the school are encouraged to explore their interests through specialized programs, helping them navigate the transition from high school to college or the workforce while fostering a sense of belonging within the school’s historic legacy.
923
Total Students
71.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Frankford HS
Demographic Student Count
White46
Hispanic428
Black402
Asian5
Two or More38
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    428 (46.4 %)
  • Black
    402 (43.6 %)
  • White
    46 (5.0 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (4.1 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Philadelphia City SD
Phone: (215)400-7200
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 923
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 71.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 260
Grade 10 277
Grade 11 205
Grade 12 181

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Frankford HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9260
Grade 10277
Grade 11205
Grade 12181
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Frankford HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35738.7%
Male56661.3%
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