School Overview
The **Science Leadership Academy at Benjamin Franklin** (formerly the location of the **Carver High School of Engineering and Science**) is a prestigious magnet school located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood. Operating under the School District of Philadelphia, the institution is highly regarded for its rigorous academic focus, specifically designed for students who demonstrate a strong aptitude and passion for mathematics, science, and engineering. The school’s curriculum is centered on providing a challenging environment that prepares students for competitive post-secondary education and careers in STEM fields.

Beyond its demanding coursework, the school is known for cultivating a high-achieving community. Because it is a magnet school, admission is selective, and the student body consists of motivated individuals who participate in advanced placement (AP) courses, hands-on laboratory work, and various research-based projects. By maintaining a focus on critical thinking and technological literacy, the school aims to bridge the gap between secondary education and professional innovation, consistently ranking as one of the top academic performers within the Philadelphia public school system.
897
Total Students
51.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carver HS
Demographic Student Count
White77
Hispanic102
Black521
Asian138
Two or More58
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    521 (58.1 %)
  • Asian
    138 (15.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    102 (11.4 %)
  • White
    77 (8.6 %)
  • Two or More
    58 (6.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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)400-7380
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 897
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 7 51
Grade 8 45
Grade 9 248
Grade 10 185
Grade 11 179
Grade 12 189

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Carver HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 751
Grade 845
Grade 9248
Grade 10185
Grade 11179
Grade 12189
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Carver HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43448.4%
Male46351.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)