Serving 1,504 students in grades 10-12, Central Bucks High School-west ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Bucks High School-west ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Bucks High School-west's student population of 1,504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Bucks High School-west 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 Central Bucks High School-west is 0.33, 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
#149 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Bucks High School-west's ranking?
Central Bucks High School-west is ranked #149 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Bucks High School-west often compared to?
Central Bucks High School-westis often viewed alongside schools like Central Bucks High School-east, Central Bucks High School-south by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-west?
The graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-west is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Bucks High School-west?
1,504 students attend Central Bucks High School-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Central Bucks High School-west students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Bucks High School-west?
Central Bucks High School-west has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Bucks High School-west offer ?
Central Bucks High School-west offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Bucks High School-west part of?
Central Bucks High School-west is part of Central Bucks School District.
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