THE ADMISSION PROCESS
Only students preparing to attend college should consider Central.
Application is made by submitting the High School Admission Form and Student Data Transcript.
These forms can be obtained from the School District of Philadelphia or at any Philadelphia Public School and are due by November 16, 2007. |
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: |
| Grades |
Applicants must have major subject marks of A or B with the exception of one C on the most recent year-end report. |
| Test Scores |
Both Reading & Math scores must be at or above the 88th percentile. If the PSSA is utilized, Reading and Math scores must be in the advanced range. |
| Writing Sample |
Students must submit a handwritten essay (no more than one page) on a topic of their own choosing. |
| Students must have exemplary attendance, punctuality, & behavior. |
| Students may (and do) attend Central who reside outside Philadelphia if they meet all above criteria and pay tuition. |
| Special needs and ELL students are invited to apply to Central. Decisions are made through a team process. |
| For questions pertaining to the Admission into Central High School or for Transfer Requests please contact: |
Send the completed Data Transcript Form, and the writing sample to: |
Ms. Antionette McZeal, Customer Support Clerk
The Office of Student Placement
Education Center, Room 114
440 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 |
Central High School
1700 W. Olney Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19141
Attn: Admissions |
The High School Admissions Form should be mailed to the address on the form. |
FORMS, APPLICATIONS, LINKS |
For further information on the Voluntary Transfer Process for admission into Central High School
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To download a High School Admissions Application click here.
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The special admission (SA) and citywide admission (CW) schools are identified on the High School Transfer Flyer. The transcript is to be completed by the current school and signed by the school principal. |
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Additional information about each School’s Profile can be found on the School Directory page, which highlights the school’s demographics and achievements. |
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| Central High School's PROFILE 2007 |
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