Serving 1,503 students in grades 9-12, Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School ranks in the top 5% 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 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School's student population of 1,503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School is 0.48, 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
#29 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School's ranking?
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School is ranked #29 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School often compared to?
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wissahickon Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School?
1,503 students attend Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School?
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School offer ?
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School part of?
Plymouth-whitemarsh Sr. High School is part of Colonial SD School District.
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