About Us

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Welcome to
the School District of Philadelphia

Vision

To prepare students to imagine and realize any future they desire.

Mission

All sectors of public education in Philadelphia will work with urgency to provide every student with the opportunity to achieve positive life outcomes in partnership with diverse families, educators, and community members who are valued and respected.

Core Values

  • Safety is imperative to our work.
  • Equity requires needs-based distribution of resources.
  • Collaboration involves gathering and honoring community voices.
  • Joy inspires active engagement and belonging.
  • Trust is built through good communication, public transparency, and holding ourselves accountable.
  • Ambition requires us to work with urgency to accelerate student achievement.

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Our Leadership

Our leadership team works together to support schools, students, and families across the School District of Philadelphia. From districtwide strategy to day-to-day operations, these leaders are committed to advancing student success, strengthening schools, supporting educators, and ensuring every student has access to a high-quality education.

State of Schools

A look at districtwide progress and the key priorities guiding the future of public education in Philadelphia

Annual Report

Select a year to download a report.

24-25 School Year
23-24 School Year

2026 State of Schools Event

2025 State of Schools Event

Accelerate Philly: The School District of Philadelphia’s Strategic Plan

The School District of Philadelphia’s Strategic Plan outlines our shared vision, priorities, and actions to support student success, strengthen schools, and advance equity across the district.

Read the Accelerate Philly Executive Summary
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Data & Demographics

Data reflects the most recent available information and is subject to change.

Graduation Rates*

*Graduation rates based on 2023–2024 data.

84%
District Schools
78%
District & Alternative Schools
330

Total Number of Schools

  • 249 District & Alternative Schools
  • 218 District Schools
  • 31 Alternative Education Schools
  • 81 Charter Schools

Student Enrollment

198,405

  • 116,898 District & Alternative
  • 64,469 Charter
  • 14,844 Cyber Charter
  • 2,194 Other

Student Diversity

  • 49% Black/African-American
  • 25% Hispanic/Latino
  • 14% White
  • 8% Asian
  • 5% Multiracial/Other
  • 21% Students with IEP
  • 21% English Learners (EL)*

*Data not available for Charter and Cyber Charters

Budget (FY 2025)

$4.629 Billion

  • $2.1B Local Funding
  • $2.5B State Funding
  • $32.2M Federal Funding

Middle States Accreditation

All School District of Philadelphia high schools have earned Middle States Accreditation.

175

Languages Spoken by Students/Families

5605

Students Enrolled in Advanced Placement

36

Advanced Placement Courses Offered

38

Career & Technical Education Programs

10

International Baccalaureate Programs

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