Serving 851 students in grades 9-12, West York Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West York Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in York, PA, covering approximately 20.5 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West York Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West York Area High School's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
851 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West York Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West York Area High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1462 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West York Area High School's ranking?
West York Area High School is ranked #1462 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West York Area High School often compared to?
West York Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like York Suburban Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West York Area High School?
The graduation rate of West York Area High School is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend West York Area High School?
851 students attend West York Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West York Area High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West York Area High School?
West York Area High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West York Area High School offer ?
West York Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West York Area High School part of?
West York Area High School is part of West York Area School District.
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