Philadelphia students will begin applying to selective schools nearly a month later than planned because official state test scores remain delayed.

District officials say their focus this school year is on improving academics.

Philadelphia’s schools will kick off what could be a tumultuous year on Monday, Aug. 24.

The committees will be set up for the nine schools closing this academic year, schools receiving students from a closing school in 2027-28, and any school phasing out at the end of school year 2026-27.

Philadelphia educators typically use PSSA and Keystone results to plan classes and student supports. This year, the scores are on hold as the first day of school approaches.

Students have positive things to say about summer opportunities provided by the school district and city. But the academic data the district shared doesn’t tell the whole story.

School district officials say they’re expanding access for students who can handle the advanced math class. But elected officials are impatient for change.

Here’s our list of school district events and community organizations offering free school supplies and other resources.

The budget directs more funding to the state’s poorest districts. But advocates say more funding is still necessary for literacy and early childhood education.

Voters' views of Philadelphia schools have worsened over the past year, according to a new survey conducted after a turbulent year for the district.