Serving 1,218 students in grades 9-12, Penncrest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (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 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Penncrest High School's student population of 1,218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penncrest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penncrest High School is 0.32, 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
#788 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 Penncrest High School's ranking?
Penncrest High School is ranked #788 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
67% 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 Penncrest High School?
The graduation rate of Penncrest High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Penncrest High School?
1,218 students attend Penncrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Penncrest High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Penncrest High School part of?
Penncrest High School is part of Rose Tree Media SD School District.
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