Serving 1,226 students in grades 9-12, West Chester East High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Chester East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Chester East High School's student population of 1,226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Chester East High School is 0.46, 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)
86%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)86%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Chester East High School often compared to?
West Chester East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Chester Bayard Rustin High School, West Chester Henderson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Chester East High School?
The graduation rate of West Chester East High School is 98%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Chester East High School?
1,226 students attend West Chester East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Chester East High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Chester East High School?
West Chester East High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Chester East High School offer ?
West Chester East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Chester East High School part of?
West Chester East High School is part of West Chester Area SD School District.
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