Serving 534 students in grades 9-12, Avonworth High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avonworth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Avonworth High School's student population of 534 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Avonworth High School is 0.21, 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)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avonworth High School?
The graduation rate of Avonworth High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Avonworth High School?
534 students attend Avonworth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Avonworth High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avonworth High School?
Avonworth High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avonworth High School offer ?
Avonworth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Avonworth High School part of?
Avonworth High School is part of Avonworth SD School District.
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