Serving 987 students in grades 9-12, Chichester Sr. 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 40-44% (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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chichester Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Chichester Sr. High School's student population of 987 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
987 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Chichester Sr. 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 Chichester Sr. High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1127 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%

Hispanic
10%
15%

Black
29%
14%

White
50%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
89%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
60%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chichester Sr. High School's ranking?
Chichester Sr. High School is ranked #1127 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chichester Sr. High School often compared to?
Chichester Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garnet Valley High School, Interboro Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Chichester Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Chichester Sr. High School is 89%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chichester Sr. High School?
987 students attend Chichester Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Chichester Sr. High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chichester Sr. High School?
Chichester Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chichester Sr. High School offer ?
Chichester Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chichester Sr. High School part of?
Chichester Sr. High School is part of Chichester School District.
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