Owen J Roberts High School

981 Ridge Rd
Pottstown, PA 19465
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 1,810 students in grades 9-12, Owen J Roberts High School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 1,810 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 96% (Top 10% in PA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 71% (Top 30%)
  • : 60% (Btm 50%)
  • : Owen J Roberts High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pottstown, PA, encompassing approximately 98.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 8.3 miles to the furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Owen J Roberts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Owen J Roberts High School's student population of 1,810 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,810 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Owen J Roberts 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 Owen J Roberts High School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#576 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

55%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

71%
55%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

60%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
6%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
7%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Black
5%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
78%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
22%
0.38

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

96%
87.5%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
13.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Owen J Roberts High School's ranking?
Owen J Roberts High School is ranked #576 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Owen J Roberts High School often compared to?
Owen J Roberts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Downingtown High School East Campus, Great Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owen J Roberts High School?
The graduation rate of Owen J Roberts High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Owen J Roberts High School?
1,810 students attend Owen J Roberts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Owen J Roberts High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owen J Roberts High School?
Owen J Roberts High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owen J Roberts High School offer ?
Owen J Roberts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owen J Roberts High School part of?
Owen J Roberts High School is part of Owen J Roberts School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Your children can receive an excellent education in this school district, it all depends on your child's motivation and interest. Upon graduating from OJRHS my child was accepted and attends Cornell University.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,810 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 96% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 71% (Top 30%)
  • : 60% (Btm 50%)
  • : Owen J Roberts High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pottstown, PA, encompassing approximately 98.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 8.3 miles to the furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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