Pennsbury High School West serves 1,783 students in grades 9-10.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 12% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
Total Students
1,783 students
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pennsbury High School West?
1,783 students attend Pennsbury High School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pennsbury High School West students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennsbury High School West?
Pennsbury High School West has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pennsbury High School West offer ?
Pennsbury High School West offers enrollment in grades 9-10
What school district is Pennsbury High School West part of?
Pennsbury High School West is part of Pennsbury School District.
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