Council Rock High School North

62 Swamp Rd
Newtown, PA 18940
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 1,622 students in grades 9-12, Council Rock High School North ranks in the top 5% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 1,622 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : 96% (Top 10% in PA)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Council Rock High School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Council Rock High School North's student population of 1,622 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,622 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Council Rock High School North ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Council Rock High School North is 0.36, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#98 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Council Rock High School North, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85-89%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Council Rock High School North and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
80%
55%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Council Rock High School North and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
56%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Council Rock High School North and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
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Hispanic
5%
14%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Council Rock High School North and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
1%
14%
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White
79%
62%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Council Rock High School North.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Pennsylvania.
0.36
This chart displays the diversity score of Council Rock High School North and the public school average diversity score of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
96%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Council Rock High School North and public school graduation rate of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Council Rock High School North and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Council Rock High School North and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Council Rock High School North's ranking?
Council Rock High School North is ranked #98 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Council Rock High School North often compared to?
Council Rock High School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Council Rock High School South, Pennsbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Council Rock High School North?
The graduation rate of Council Rock High School North is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Council Rock High School North?
1,622 students attend Council Rock High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Council Rock High School North students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Council Rock High School North?
Council Rock High School North has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Council Rock High School North offer ?
Council Rock High School North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Council Rock High School North part of?
Council Rock High School North is part of Council Rock School District.

School Reviews

5   7/1/2019
It's a great school with dedicated staff and great students.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - student
5   11/2/2017
I grew up in the Council Rock School District and absolutely loved it. Sol Feinstone Elementary, Newtown Junior High, and Council Rock North.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - 05 Alum

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,622 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : 96% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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