Serving 1,480 students in grades 9-12, Wissahickon Sr. High School ranks in the top 10% 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 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wissahickon SHS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ambler, PA, encompassing approximately 23 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wissahickon Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wissahickon Sr. High School's student population of 1,480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,480 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Motto
Respect. Responsibility. Relationships.
School Rankings
Wissahickon Sr. High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wissahickon Sr. 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
#260 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
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)12%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wissahickon Sr. High School's ranking?
Wissahickon Sr. High School is ranked #260 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wissahickon Sr. High School often compared to?
Wissahickon Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Dublin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wissahickon Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Wissahickon Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Wissahickon Sr. High School?
1,480 students attend Wissahickon Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wissahickon Sr. High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wissahickon Sr. High School?
Wissahickon Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wissahickon Sr. High School offer ?
Wissahickon Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wissahickon Sr. High School part of?
Wissahickon Sr. High School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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