Serving 2,120 students in grades 9-12, Bensalem Twp High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bensalem Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Bensalem Twp High School's student population of 2,120 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bensalem Twp High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bensalem Twp High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1076 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
14%
14%
White
48%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bensalem Twp High School's ranking?
Bensalem Twp High School is ranked #1076 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bensalem Twp High School often compared to?
Bensalem Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshaminy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bensalem Twp High School?
The graduation rate of Bensalem Twp High School is 86%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bensalem Twp High School?
2,120 students attend Bensalem Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bensalem Twp High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bensalem Twp High School?
Bensalem Twp High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bensalem Twp High School offer ?
Bensalem Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bensalem Twp High School part of?
Bensalem Twp High School is part of Bensalem Township School District.
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