Serving 2,342 students in grades 9-12, Pennridge High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pennridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pennridge High School's student population of 2,342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pennridge 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 Pennridge High School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#788 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pennridge High School's ranking?
Pennridge High School is ranked #788 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pennridge High School often compared to?
Pennridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quakertown Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pennridge High School?
The graduation rate of Pennridge High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pennridge High School?
2,342 students attend Pennridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Pennridge High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennridge High School?
Pennridge High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pennridge High School offer ?
Pennridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pennridge High School part of?
Pennridge High School is part of Pennridge SD School District.
School Reviews
5 8/3/2015
This school is awesome! The teachers are great and really really helpful to my kids! They have great clubs and sports! This school is amazing for teens to enjoy their high school year! I wouldn't want my kid to go to any other high school but this one! Thank you Pennridge Family! GO RAMS!!!
5 8/25/2008
The academic program is very good. Students have high expectations. The school doesn't spend enough money on extra curricular clubs and sports.
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