Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Lankenau High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lankenau High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lankenau High School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lankenau High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
91%
14%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lankenau High School often compared to?
Lankenau High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Building 21 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lankenau High School?
The graduation rate of Lankenau High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lankenau High School?
349 students attend Lankenau High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lankenau High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lankenau High School?
Lankenau High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lankenau High School offer ?
Lankenau High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lankenau High School part of?
Lankenau High School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Lankenau High School located?
Lankenau High School is located in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Roxborough.
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