Serving 413 students in grades 9-12, Brandywine Heights High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandywine Heights High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Topton, PA, encompassing approximately 52.2 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.7 miles and the furthest edge located 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Brandywine Heights High School's student population of 413 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Brandywine Heights High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine Heights High School is 0.22, 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
#812 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine Heights High School's ranking?
Brandywine Heights High School is ranked #812 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandywine Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Brandywine Heights High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Brandywine Heights High School?
413 students attend Brandywine Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Brandywine Heights High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandywine Heights High School?
Brandywine Heights High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandywine Heights High School offer ?
Brandywine Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandywine Heights High School part of?
Brandywine Heights High School is part of Brandywine Heights Area School District.
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