Serving 458 students in grades 9-12, Palisades High School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Palisades High School's student population of 458 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palisades High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisades High School is 0.17, 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
#230 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades High School's ranking?
Palisades High School is ranked #230 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Palisades High School often compared to?
Palisades High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palisades High School?
The graduation rate of Palisades High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palisades High School?
458 students attend Palisades High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Palisades High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisades High School?
Palisades High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palisades High School offer ?
Palisades High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palisades High School part of?
Palisades High School is part of Palisades SD School District.
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