Serving 1,796 students in grades 9-12, Downingtown High School West Campus 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 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Downingtown High School West Campus serves the southwest part of Downingtown, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 49.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3.9 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 8.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downingtown High School West Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Downingtown High School West Campus's student population of 1,796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,796 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Downingtown High School West Campus 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 Downingtown High School West Campus is 0.40, 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
#294 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-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 Downingtown High School West Campus's ranking?
Downingtown High School West Campus is ranked #294 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Downingtown High School West Campus often compared to?
Downingtown High School West Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Downingtown High School East Campus, Downingtown Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downingtown High School West Campus?
The graduation rate of Downingtown High School West Campus is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Downingtown High School West Campus?
1,796 students attend Downingtown High School West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Downingtown High School West Campus students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downingtown High School West Campus?
Downingtown High School West Campus has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Downingtown High School West Campus offer ?
Downingtown High School West Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Downingtown High School West Campus part of?
Downingtown High School West Campus is part of Downingtown Area School District.
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