B. Reed Henderson High School is located partially in the borough of West Chester and partially in West Goshen Township in Pennsylvania. B. Reed Henderson is one of the three high schools in the West Chester Area School District.
Serving 1,444 students in grades 9-12, West Chester Henderson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Chester Henderson High School serves the west part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 27.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Chester Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Chester Henderson High School's student population of 1,444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1866
School Rankings
West Chester Henderson 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 West Chester Henderson High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#314 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Chester Henderson High School's ranking?
West Chester Henderson High School is ranked #314 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Chester Henderson High School often compared to?
West Chester Henderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Chester East High School, West Chester Bayard Rustin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Chester Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of West Chester Henderson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend West Chester Henderson High School?
1,444 students attend West Chester Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Chester Henderson High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Chester Henderson High School?
West Chester Henderson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Chester Henderson High School offer ?
West Chester Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Chester Henderson High School part of?
West Chester Henderson High School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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