Serving 1,797 students in grades 9-12, Downingtown High School West Campus ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downingtown High School West Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Downingtown High School West Campus's student population of 1,797 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Downingtown High School West Campus is 0.32, 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)
77%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Downingtown High School West Campus often compared to?
Downingtown High School West Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Downingtown High School East Campus, Downingtown Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downingtown High School West Campus?
The graduation rate of Downingtown High School West Campus is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Downingtown High School West Campus?
1,797 students attend Downingtown High School West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Downingtown High School West Campus students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downingtown High School West Campus?
Downingtown High School West Campus has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Downingtown High School West Campus offer ?
Downingtown High School West Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Downingtown High School West Campus part of?
Downingtown High School West Campus is part of Downingtown Area SD School District.
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