Penncrest High School is a public four-year comprehensive high school in Middletown Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. It is a part of the Rose Tree Media School District.
Serving 1,255 students in grades 9-12, Penncrest High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Penncrest High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Media, PA, encompassing approximately 29.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.1 miles and the furthest edge located 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penncrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Penncrest High School's student population of 1,255 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
1,255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penncrest High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penncrest High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
75%
60%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Gold
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penncrest High School's ranking?
Penncrest High School is ranked #591 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penncrest High School often compared to?
Penncrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strath Haven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penncrest High School?
The graduation rate of Penncrest High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Penncrest High School?
1,255 students attend Penncrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Penncrest High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penncrest High School?
Penncrest High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penncrest High School offer ?
Penncrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Penncrest High School part of?
Penncrest High School is part of Rose Tree Media School District.
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