Serving 1,215 students in grades 9-12, West Chester Bayard Rustin High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School's student population of 1,215 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School is 0.34, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)88%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 schools are West Chester Bayard Rustin High School often compared to?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Chester East High School, West Chester Henderson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School?
The graduation rate of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School is 98%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Chester Bayard Rustin High School?
1,215 students attend West Chester Bayard Rustin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Chester Bayard Rustin High School offer ?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Chester Bayard Rustin High School part of?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School is part of West Chester Area SD School District.
School Reviews
5 9/13/2013
This school is amazing. Brand new facilities, not even seven years old. Definitely the best school in the area, I am so glad they built it in time for me to attend all four years and be the first graduating class to go all four years. Go Knights!
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