TECH Freire CS
Charter School
541 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
TECH Freire Charter School (short for Technology Freire Charter School) is a specialized public charter high school located in the North Broad area of Philadelphia. Part of the wider Freire Schools network, the institution distinguishes itself by integrating a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with a specialized focus on computer science and technology. The school aims to provide students with the digital literacy and technical skills necessary to thrive in a modern economy, while maintaining the network’s signature emphasis on intellectual inquiry and a supportive, inclusive community environment.
Beyond its technical academic offerings, TECH Freire is known for its commitment to a "non-traditional" school culture that prioritizes student voice and safety. By combining computer science coursework with a holistic approach to education, the school strives to close the opportunity gap for urban students, preparing them not only for higher education but for pathways in the growing tech industry. Its location on North Broad Street serves as a central hub, making it accessible to students across Philadelphia who are seeking a balanced education that merges liberal arts foundations with high-tech career readiness.
Beyond its technical academic offerings, TECH Freire is known for its commitment to a "non-traditional" school culture that prioritizes student voice and safety. By combining computer science coursework with a holistic approach to education, the school strives to close the opportunity gap for urban students, preparing them not only for higher education but for pathways in the growing tech industry. Its location on North Broad Street serves as a central hub, making it accessible to students across Philadelphia who are seeking a balanced education that merges liberal arts foundations with high-tech career readiness.
541
Total Students
33.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 29 |
| Black | 498 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black498 (92.1%)
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Hispanic29 (5.4%)
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Two or More12 (2.2%)
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White1 (0.2%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | TECH Freire CS |
| Phone: | (267)507-1111 |
| Website: | http://techfreire.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 541 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
168
Grade 10
147
Grade 11
115
Grade 12
111
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 168 |
| Grade 10 | 147 |
| Grade 11 | 115 |
| Grade 12 | 111 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 299 | 55.3% |
| Male | 242 | 44.7% |
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