Serving 1,082 students in grades 9-12, Abington Heights High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,082 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abington Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Abington Heights High School's student population of 1,082 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,082 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abington Heights High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abington Heights 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
#40 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abington Heights High School's ranking?
Abington Heights High School is ranked #40 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Abington Heights High School often compared to?
Abington Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School, North Pocono High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abington Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Abington Heights High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Abington Heights High School?
1,082 students attend Abington Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Abington Heights High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abington Heights High School?
Abington Heights High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abington Heights High School offer ?
Abington Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Abington Heights High School part of?
Abington Heights High School is part of Abington Heights SD School District.
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