Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus serves 365 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25-29% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25-29% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)25-29%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)25-29%
71%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
93%
14%
White
1%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)75-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus?
The graduation rate of Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus is 75-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus?
365 students attend Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus offer ?
Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus part of?
Chester High School - Science And Discovery Campus is part of Chester-Upland School District.
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