Serving 982 students in grades 9-12, Upper Moreland High School ranks in the top 20% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Moreland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Upper Moreland High School's student population of 982 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
982 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Upper Moreland High School is 0.49, 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)
85-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)81%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 schools are Upper Moreland High School often compared to?
Upper Moreland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hatboro-horsham Sr. High School, Abington Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Moreland High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Moreland High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Upper Moreland High School?
982 students attend Upper Moreland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Upper Moreland High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Moreland High School?
Upper Moreland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Moreland High School offer ?
Upper Moreland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Upper Moreland High School part of?
Upper Moreland High School is part of Upper Moreland Township SD School District.
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