Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Bentworth Sr. High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bentworth Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bentworth Sr. High School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bentworth Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bentworth Sr. High School is 0.13, 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
#1081 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bentworth Sr. High School's ranking?
Bentworth Sr. High School is ranked #1081 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bentworth Sr. High School often compared to?
Bentworth Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethlehem-center Jr. Sr. High School, California Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bentworth Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Bentworth Sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bentworth Sr. High School?
359 students attend Bentworth Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bentworth Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bentworth Sr. High School?
Bentworth Sr. High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bentworth Sr. High School offer ?
Bentworth Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bentworth Sr. High School part of?
Bentworth Sr. High School is part of Bentworth School District.
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