Serving 529 students in grades 9-12, Biglerville High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biglerville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Biglerville High School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biglerville 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 Biglerville High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#490 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biglerville High School's ranking?
Biglerville High School is ranked #490 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Biglerville High School often compared to?
Biglerville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bermudian Springs High School, Gettysburg Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Biglerville High School?
The graduation rate of Biglerville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Biglerville High School?
529 students attend Biglerville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Biglerville High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biglerville High School?
Biglerville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Biglerville High School offer ?
Biglerville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Biglerville High School part of?
Biglerville High School is part of Upper Adams School District.
School Reviews
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