Bowen High School

What Bowen High School does

Abraham Lincoln High School is a public secondary school serving grades 9-12 in Northeast Philadelphia, operating as a constituent institution of the School District of Philadelphia. The school was founded with its cornerstone laid in 1949 and dedicated in 1951; its current modern campus opened in 2009. The school enrolls students through standard district processes and offers a curriculum that includes core academics, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways in Law, Environmental Engineering, Business, and Computer Science, and dedicated academies (Academy of the Arts, Academy of the Sciences). Dual enrollment partnerships with Harrisburg University, West Chester University, and LaSalle University's LEAP program allow students to earn college credit while in high school.

The school's technology footprint is built on standard K-12 infrastructure: school-issued Chromebooks governed by an Acceptable Use Policy, a Parent Portal providing secure access to grades, attendance, and schedules, and an online Course Catalog. A broad support services layer — PBIS for positive behavior, Student Transition Center, LGBTQIA+ resources, foster care support, the ECYEH program for students experiencing homelessness, the ELECT program for pregnant/parenting students, and the Bright Futures Prekindergarten program — extends the school's role beyond academics. Extracurricular offerings include the Lincoln Literary Magazine ("The Lincoln Hatter"), athletics (PIAA championships in football and cheerleading), and student clubs.

The business model is publicly funded: as a public school within the School District of Philadelphia, no tuition is charged and revenue is derived from district and state education allocations. The school communicates with families through its website (lincoln.philasd.org), the weekly Railsplitter News newsletter, social media channels (Facebook, Twitter/X, YouTube, Instagram), the district's Parent Portal, and the FACE newsletter. Distribution is entirely through district enrollment; the school has no commercial sales motion, no pricing model, and no alternative revenue streams beyond minor fees associated with supplies, uniforms, and select extracurricular activities.

Name

Bowen High School

Legal name

Abraham Lincoln High School

Website

https://lincoln.philasd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Abraham Lincoln High School is a public grades 9-12 school in Northeast Philadelphia, operated by the School District of Philadelphia, offering core academics, CTE pathways, dual enrollment with three universities, athletics, and a broad portfolio of student and family support services funded through district allocations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ), Dual Enrollment / Early College Programs (via Community Colleges) (EDAHADAH)

Keywords

• Public high school education
• Dual enrollment programs
• Career technical education
• Student support services
• Secondary school athletics

Headquarters

HQ city

Philadelphia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Public School Funding: As a public high school within the School District of Philadelphia, Abraham Lincoln High School is funded through district and state education funding. No tuition is charged to students. Additional revenue may come from school activities, athletics fees, and district allocations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Abraham Lincoln High School is a public secondary school providing grades 9-12 education to students in Northeast Philadelphia. Its core offerings include a comprehensive academic course catalog, dual enrollment partnerships with Harrisburg University, West Chester University, and LaSalle University's LEAP program that allow students to earn college credit, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, an athletics program, student clubs, and a literary magazine. Student support services such as PBIS, the Student Transition Center, and programs for foster care, LGBTQIA+, and homelessness populations are integral to the educational offering.

Product overview

Abraham Lincoln High School offers a unified educational platform consisting of core academic programs (Course Catalogue with dual enrollment opportunities through Harrisburg University, West Chester University, and LaSalle University's LEAP program), Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and comprehensive support services including PBIS, Student Transition Center, LGBTQIA+ Resources, Foster Care Support, and ECYEH for students experiencing homelessness. The school provides technology services through Chromebook policies and Acceptable Use policies, along with Parent Portal for family engagement. Extracurricular offerings include the Lincoln Literary Magazine (The Lincoln Hatter), Lincoln Athletics, and Student Clubs. Additional services include the Bright Futures Prekindergarten program, Working Papers Assistance, ELECT Program for pregnant/parenting students, and Family and Community Engagement (FACE) services. Communication is maintained through the Railsplitter News weekly newsletter.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Lincoln Hatter: The school's literary magazine showcasing student creative talents through poetry, short stories, essays, and visual arts.

Products and services

• Course Catalogue A comprehensive catalog of all academic courses offered at the school, providing detailed descriptions, prerequisites, and potential learning pathways for students.
• Dual Enrollment Program College credit opportunities through partnerships with Harrisburg University, West Chester University, and LaSalle University's LEAP program, allowing students to earn college credits while in high school.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs Robust CTE programs providing students with career-focused education and technical skills preparation across multiple career pathways.
• Bright Futures Prekindergarten Program The School District of Philadelphia's prekindergarten program that provides early academic, social, and emotional development for young learners to prepare them for kindergarten and beyond.
• Working Papers Assistance Resource and guidance for students aged 14-17 to obtain working papers (work permits) required under Pennsylvania Child Labor Law before beginning employment.
• Student Transition Center Resource designed to support students through significant changes in their educational journey, including transitions to new schools, returning after absences, or preparing for post-graduation plans.
• LGBTQIA+ Resources and Policies Inclusive policies and resources that protect LGBTQIA+ students from discrimination and harassment, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Foster Care Support Services Resources and support tailored for students in foster care, ensuring educational stability and providing assistance to navigate schooling effectively.
• Students Experiencing Homelessness (ECYEH) Program Support services through the Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness program, ensuring immediate enrollment, transportation, school supplies, and essential services.
• ELECT Program Education Leading to Employment and Career Training program supporting pregnant and parenting students (up to 21 years old) with academic goals, parenting skills, and transitions to employment or higher education.
• Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Services Services including a dedicated Call Center, FACE Liaisons providing personalized support and workshops, and a Welcome Center with a free computer lab.
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) A proactive, school-wide framework that creates a positive and supportive learning environment by teaching and reinforcing positive behaviors.
• Lincoln Athletics Program Comprehensive athletics program providing details on sports teams, schedules, and fostering discipline, physical fitness, and teamwork.
• Student Clubs Diverse range of clubs including academic societies, creative arts groups, and community service initiatives, providing opportunities for students to pursue interests and develop new skills.
• Lincoln Literary Magazine (The Lincoln Hatter) A platform that showcases student creative talents through poetry, short stories, essays, and visual arts, encouraging literary exploration and artistic expression.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10th consecutive year of successfully completing certification requirements for assisting low-income households with tax preparation
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Harrisburg UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing students to earn college credit while in high school through courses at Harrisburg University.
• West Chester UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing students to earn college credit while in high school through West Chester University programs.
• LaSalle University (LEAP Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership through LaSalle University's LEAP program enabling students to earn college credit through university coursework.
• CWF (Community Welfare Foundation)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for the 14th year enabling Accounting students to assist low-income households in preparing Federal and State tax returns, providing community service experience.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kensington Health Sciences Academy: Philadelphia public high school within SDP with a healthcare and life-sciences CTE focus. Direct peer given shared district operations, comparable CTE pathway offerings, and competition for Philadelphia students seeking career-themed public schooling.
• Frankford High School: Philadelphia public high school within SDP serving grades 9-12. Direct peer because it competes for Philadelphia-district students, offers similar CTE and dual-enrollment pathways, and shares identical district funding and policy constraints.
• Bodine High School for International Affairs: Philadelphia public high school within SDP with a strong CTE and career-pathway focus. Direct peer given shared CTE orientation, district governance, and competition for students seeking career-technical programming rather than traditional college-prep tracks.
• Edison High School: Philadelphia public high school within SDP. Direct peer given identical district operating model, overlapping dual-enrollment and CTE offerings, and competition for the same Philadelphia-resident student pool.
• Central High School: Philadelphia's other flagship public magnet high school (grades 9-12) within the School District of Philadelphia. Direct peer given shared district governance, similar selective-admission dynamics, and comparable academic and extracurricular programming targeting Philadelphia families.
• Northeast High School: Large Philadelphia public high school serving grades 9-12 within SDP. Direct peer because it competes for the same Northeast Philadelphia attendance-zone families, shares district funding dynamics, and offers overlapping athletics and CTE programming.
• Masterman School: Highly selective Philadelphia public magnet school (grades 5-12) within SDP. Direct peer because it competes for academically motivated Philadelphia families, shares district governance, and offers rigorous college-prep programming that overlaps with Lincoln's dual-enrollment positioning.

Broad incumbents

• School District of Philadelphia: The parent district governing Lincoln and 200+ other Philadelphia public schools. Broad incumbent because it controls funding allocation, curriculum mandates, and policy for Lincoln and all peer schools, making it the dominant institutional force shaping competitive dynamics across the entire market.

Emerging players

• KIPP Philadelphia Charter School: Multi-campus Philadelphia charter network with high school programming. Emerging player because it competes for the same urban Philadelphia student population as Lincoln, particularly families seeking college-prep focus, but operates under a national charter-management model.
• Boys' Latin of Philadelphia Charter School: Philadelphia charter high school serving grades 9-12. Emerging player because it competes with Lincoln for the same Philadelphia student market but operates under charter rather than district governance, giving it independent control over curriculum and funding.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LincolnHS801
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCtKek9jNip0bf5JMIFg3yUw
• Facebookfacebook.com/Abraham-Lincoln-High-School-Philadelphia-101456018278564
• Instagraminstagram.com/abraham.lincolnhs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/bowen-high-school

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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