West Philadelphia High School General Facts
What is the address of West Philadelphia High School?
4901 Chestnut Street
Who is the head coach of the girls’ basketball team?
Mr. Frank Steed, Coach Frank
What is the name of the first secondary school founded in Philadelphia west of the Schuykill River?
West Philadelphia High School
What is the mascot of West Philadelphia High School?
Speedboys
Which year did the West boy basketball team win the national championship?
1977
Which former Pennsylvania state senator graduated from West?
LeAnna Washington
What are the THREE school colors of West?
White, Blue, and Gold
Which varsity sport at West was introduced in Fall 2023?
Field Hockey
Which class is taught at West Philly HS that isn’t taught at any other Philadelphia public high school?
Architecture
What is Principal Travis’ first name?
Maria
Which Houston Texans defensive tackle graduated from West?
Teair Tart
How many twins are either students or faculty at West?
14 (7 sets)
Which West teacher has taught at West the longest?
Mr. Crane
Which Negro League team used to play at the West football field?
Bacharach Giants or Philadelphia Stars
Which five-time Grammy-winning Jazz pianist who played with John Coltrane graduated from West?
McCoy Tyner