Serving 1,329 students in grades 9-12, Academy Park 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 1,329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Academy Park High School's student population of 1,329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Park High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Park High School is 0.36, 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
#1775 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
79%
14%
White
13%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Park High School's ranking?
Academy Park High School is ranked #1775 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Academy Park High School often compared to?
Academy Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chichester Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Park High School?
The graduation rate of Academy Park High School is 83%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Academy Park High School?
1,329 students attend Academy Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Academy Park High School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Park High School?
Academy Park High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Academy Park High School offer ?
Academy Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academy Park High School part of?
Academy Park High School is part of Southeast Delco SD School District.
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