Serving 195 students in grades 9-12, The U School Innovative Lab ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The U School Innovative Lab ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The U School Innovative Lab's student population of 195 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The U School Innovative Lab ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The U School Innovative Lab is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2630 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
78%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The U School Innovative Lab's ranking?
The U School Innovative Lab is ranked #2630 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The U School Innovative Lab?
The graduation rate of The U School Innovative Lab is 70-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend The U School Innovative Lab?
195 students attend The U School Innovative Lab.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of The U School Innovative Lab students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The U School Innovative Lab?
The U School Innovative Lab has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does The U School Innovative Lab offer ?
The U School Innovative Lab offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The U School Innovative Lab part of?
The U School Innovative Lab is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is The U School Innovative Lab located?
The U School Innovative Lab is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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