Olney High School serves 1,223 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olney High School's student population of 1,223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 265% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Olney High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
53%
15%
Black
38%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Olney High School?
1,223 students attend Olney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Olney High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olney High School?
Olney High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olney High School offer ?
Olney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olney High School part of?
Olney High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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