Serving 1,628 students in grades 9-12, Lower Merion High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Merion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Lower Merion High School's student population of 1,628 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lower Merion High School is 0.55, 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)
87%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)95%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Merion High School?
The graduation rate of Lower Merion High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lower Merion High School?
1,628 students attend Lower Merion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lower Merion High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lower Merion High School?
Lower Merion High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lower Merion High School offer ?
Lower Merion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lower Merion High School part of?
Lower Merion High School is part of Lower Merion SD School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
This school is the best school in Ardmore! They have a lot of stuff to do. I''m involved with extracurricular activities, sports, art and music.
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