Academy at Palumbo High School
Explore Academy at Palumbo High School: documented programs, curriculum and application starting points in the Philadelphia High School Navigator.
An academic liberal-arts magnet whose published overview spans humanities, sciences, languages, visual art, music theory and computer science.
School type
District
Listed address
1100 Catharine St.
Grades
9-12
Documented programs
Advanced Placement Courses, Dual Enrollment, Liberal arts, Visual arts, Music theory, Computer science, World languages
Documented curriculum highlights
- An academic liberal-arts magnet whose published overview spans humanities, sciences, languages, visual art, music theory and computer science.
- The school lists dual-enrollment partnerships and activities such as robotics, theater, fiber arts and rock band. Ask for the current course/activity list.
School-specific admissions route
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Costs and financial aid
Public, tuition-free. Ask about optional activity, uniform or transportation costs.
Official application starting point
Curriculum information
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