Educationscore 309·4 metrosupdated 1h ago
113,000 Philadelphia Students Return to School for 2026-27 Year
The 2026-27 school year kicked off with 113,000 students returning to classrooms across Philadelphia. Superintendent Tony B. Watlington emphasized the district's commitment to improving educational outcomes and achieving grade-level proficiency in reading and math.
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