Penncrest High School is a public four-year comprehensive high school in Middletown Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. It is a part of the Rose Tree Media School District.
Serving 1,227 students in grades 9-12, Penncrest High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penncrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Penncrest High School's student population of 1,227 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Red, Gold
School Rankings
Penncrest High School 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 Penncrest High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penncrest High School's ranking?
Penncrest High School is ranked #315 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penncrest High School often compared to?
Penncrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strath Haven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penncrest High School?
The graduation rate of Penncrest High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Penncrest High School?
1,227 students attend Penncrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Penncrest High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penncrest High School?
Penncrest High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penncrest High School offer ?
Penncrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penncrest High School part of?
Penncrest High School is part of Rose Tree Media School District.
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