Serving 824 students in grades 9-12, Lower Moreland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower 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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Moreland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lower Moreland High School's student population of 824 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lower Moreland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lower Moreland High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lower Moreland High School's ranking?
Lower Moreland High School is ranked #622 out of 2,549 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Moreland High School?
The graduation rate of Lower Moreland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lower Moreland High School?
824 students attend Lower Moreland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lower Moreland High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lower Moreland High School?
Lower Moreland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lower Moreland High School offer ?
Lower Moreland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lower Moreland High School part of?
Lower Moreland High School is part of Lower Moreland Township SD School District.
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