Serving 1,719 students in grades 10-12, Central Bucks High School-south ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Bucks HS-South serves the southwest part of Warrington, PA, covering an area of approximately 25.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Bucks High School-south ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Bucks High School-south's student population of 1,719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,719 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
'The Central Bucks Schools will provide all students with the academic and problem solving skills essential for personal development, responsible citizenship, and life long learning.'
School Rankings
Central Bucks High School-south ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Bucks High School-south is 0.47, 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
#463 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Blue
School Mascot
The Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Bucks High School-south's ranking?
Central Bucks High School-south is ranked #463 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Bucks High School-south often compared to?
Central Bucks High School-southis often viewed alongside schools like Central Bucks High School-east, Central Bucks High School-west by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-south?
The graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-south is 98%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Central Bucks High School-south?
1,719 students attend Central Bucks High School-south.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Central Bucks High School-south students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Bucks High School-south?
Central Bucks High School-south has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Bucks High School-south offer ?
Central Bucks High School-south offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Bucks High School-south part of?
Central Bucks High School-south is part of Central Bucks School District.
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