Serving 981 students in grades 9-12, Chichester 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 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chichester Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Chichester Sr. High School's student population of 981 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
981 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Chichester School District is to provide an education in a safe environment for students to achieve individual academic success, develop personal and civic responsibility, and acquire college and career readiness skills for an evolving
School Rankings
Chichester 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 Chichester Sr. High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1258 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
30%
14%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chichester Sr. High School's ranking?
Chichester Sr. High School is ranked #1258 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chichester Sr. High School often compared to?
Chichester Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garnet Valley High School, Interboro Sr. High School, Academy Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chichester Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Chichester Sr. High School is 87%, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chichester Sr. High School?
981 students attend Chichester Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Chichester Sr. High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chichester Sr. High School?
Chichester Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chichester Sr. High School offer ?
Chichester Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chichester Sr. High School part of?
Chichester Sr. High School is part of Chichester School District.
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