Serving 841 students in grades 9-12, Roxborough High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roxborough High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roxborough High School's student population of 841 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Roxborough High School is 0.24, 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)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
87%
14%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Roxborough High School often compared to?
Roxborough High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saul W B Agricultural School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roxborough High School?
The graduation rate of Roxborough High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Roxborough High School?
841 students attend Roxborough High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Roxborough High School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roxborough High School?
Roxborough High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roxborough High School offer ?
Roxborough High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Roxborough High School part of?
Roxborough High School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Roxborough High School located?
Roxborough High School is located in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Roxborough.
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