Serving 3,210 students in grades 10-12, North Penn Sr. High School 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 78% (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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 3,210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Penn Sr. High School 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
Diversity
School Overview
North Penn Sr. High School's student population of 3,210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 220 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
3,210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
220 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Penn Sr. High School 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 North Penn 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
#194 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Penn Sr. High School's ranking?
North Penn Sr. High School is ranked #194 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Penn Sr. High School often compared to?
North Penn Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wissahickon Sr. High School, Souderton Area High School 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 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Penn Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of North Penn Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Penn Sr. High School?
3,210 students attend North Penn Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Penn Sr. High School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Penn Sr. High School?
North Penn Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Penn Sr. High School offer ?
North Penn Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is North Penn Sr. High School part of?
North Penn Sr. High School is part of North Penn School District.
School Reviews
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