Serving 1,820 students in grades 9-12, Owen J Roberts High School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owen J Roberts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Owen J Roberts High School's student population of 1,820 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Owen J Roberts High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owen J Roberts High School is 0.34, 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
#328 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Owen J Roberts High School's ranking?
Owen J Roberts High School is ranked #328 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Owen J Roberts High School often compared to?
Owen J Roberts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Downingtown High School East Campus, Great Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owen J Roberts High School?
The graduation rate of Owen J Roberts High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Owen J Roberts High School?
1,820 students attend Owen J Roberts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Owen J Roberts High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owen J Roberts High School?
Owen J Roberts High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owen J Roberts High School offer ?
Owen J Roberts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Owen J Roberts High School part of?
Owen J Roberts High School is part of Owen J Roberts School District.
School Reviews
5 10/12/2009
Your children can receive an excellent education in this school district, it all depends on your child's motivation and interest. Upon graduating from OJRHS my child was accepted and attends Cornell University.
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