Serving 1,518 students in grades 9-12, Pennsauken High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pennsauken High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Pennsauken High School's student population of 1,518 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pennsauken High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pennsauken High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1545 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
50%
32%
Black
27%
15%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennsauken High School's ranking?
Pennsauken High School is ranked #1545 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Pennsauken High School often compared to?
Pennsauken High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Hill High School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pennsauken High School?
The graduation rate of Pennsauken High School is 82%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pennsauken High School?
1,518 students attend Pennsauken High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pennsauken High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennsauken High School?
Pennsauken High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pennsauken High School offer ?
Pennsauken High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pennsauken High School part of?
Pennsauken High School is part of Pennsauken Township Board Of Education School District.
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