Serving 260 students in grades 9-12, Lankenau 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 <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lankenau High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lankenau High School's student population of 260 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lankenau 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 Lankenau High School is 0.19, which is less 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
#1323 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
90%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
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 Lankenau High School's ranking?
Lankenau High School is ranked #1323 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lankenau High School often compared to?
Lankenau High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Building 21 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lankenau High School?
The graduation rate of Lankenau High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lankenau High School?
260 students attend Lankenau High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lankenau High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lankenau High School?
Lankenau High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lankenau High School offer ?
Lankenau High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lankenau High School part of?
Lankenau High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lankenau High School located?
Lankenau High School is located in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Roxborough.
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