Serving 1,263 students in grades 9-12, Penn Trafford High School 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Trafford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Penn Trafford High School's student population of 1,263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penn Trafford High School 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 Penn Trafford High School is 0.15, 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
#32 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Trafford High School's ranking?
Penn Trafford High School is ranked #32 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Trafford High School often compared to?
Penn Trafford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Regional Sr. High School, Norwin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penn Trafford High School?
The graduation rate of Penn Trafford High School is 99%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Penn Trafford High School?
1,263 students attend Penn Trafford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Penn Trafford High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Trafford High School?
Penn Trafford High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Trafford High School offer ?
Penn Trafford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Penn Trafford High School part of?
Penn Trafford High School is part of Penn-Trafford School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
Best school around. The teachers care and the classes are very well taught. They have recess, art, music, book fairs, tutoring, awards, help for kids who need a little extra help, healthy food, band, and many other fun yet academic programs and family fun.
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