Serving 1,499 students in grades 9-12, Methacton High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Methacton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Norristown, PA, covering approximately 31.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Methacton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Methacton High School's student population of 1,499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,499 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1961
Campus Size
214 acres
School Motto
Learn, Lead, Succeed - Together!
School Rankings
Methacton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Methacton High School is 0.55, 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
#788 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Methacton High School's ranking?
Methacton High School is ranked #788 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Methacton High School often compared to?
Methacton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perkiomen Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Methacton High School?
The graduation rate of Methacton High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Methacton High School?
1,499 students attend Methacton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Methacton High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Methacton High School?
Methacton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Methacton High School offer ?
Methacton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Methacton High School part of?
Methacton High School is part of Methacton School District.
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