Serving 3,138 students in grades 10-12, North Penn Sr. High School ranks in the top 50% 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 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 3,138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Penn Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
North Penn Sr. High School's student population of 3,138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 215 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
3,138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
215 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Penn Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Penn Sr. High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 is North Penn Sr. High School's ranking?
North Penn Sr. High School is ranked #773 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Penn Sr. High School often compared to?
North Penn Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wissahickon Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Penn Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of North Penn Sr. High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Penn Sr. High School?
3,138 students attend North Penn Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Penn Sr. High School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Penn Sr. High School?
North Penn Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Penn Sr. High School offer ?
North Penn Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is North Penn Sr. High School part of?
North Penn Sr. High School is part of North Penn SD School District.
School Reviews
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