Saul W B Agricultural School
417 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The **W.B. Saul High School of Agricultural Sciences**, located on Henry Avenue in Philadelphia, is a unique specialized magnet school within the School District of Philadelphia. Unlike a traditional academic high school, Saul operates as a working farm and agricultural laboratory. It offers students a comprehensive curriculum that integrates rigorous college-preparatory academics with hands-on vocational training in fields such as animal science, horticulture, food science, and natural resource management. The school sits on over 100 acres of land, providing students with a practical, immersive environment to apply biological and agricultural concepts in real-world settings.
Because of its specialized mission, the school serves as a bridge between high school and post-secondary agricultural careers or collegiate studies in the life sciences. Students engage in the daily operations of the school’s farm, which includes livestock management, greenhouse production, and land stewardship. This experiential learning model is designed to foster both career-readiness and a deep understanding of environmental sustainability, making it a standout institution for students interested in the intersection of science, technology, and agriculture.
Because of its specialized mission, the school serves as a bridge between high school and post-secondary agricultural careers or collegiate studies in the life sciences. Students engage in the daily operations of the school’s farm, which includes livestock management, greenhouse production, and land stewardship. This experiential learning model is designed to foster both career-readiness and a deep understanding of environmental sustainability, making it a standout institution for students interested in the intersection of science, technology, and agriculture.
417
Total Students
22.7
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 62 |
| Hispanic | 51 |
| Black | 269 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 27 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Black269 (64.5%)
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White62 (14.9%)
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Hispanic51 (12.2%)
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Two or More27 (6.5%)
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Asian6 (1.4%)
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American Indian2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Career and Technical School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Philadelphia City SD |
| Phone: | (215)400-3450 |
| Website: | http://www.philasd.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 417 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
130
Grade 10
66
Grade 11
111
Grade 12
110
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 130 |
| Grade 10 | 66 |
| Grade 11 | 111 |
| Grade 12 | 110 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 242 | 58% |
| Male | 175 | 42% |
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