Serving 2,129 students in grades 9-12, Souderton Area Sr. High School ranks in the top 5% 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 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Souderton Area 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
School Overview
Souderton Area Sr. High School's student population of 2,129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Souderton Area Sr. 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 Souderton Area Sr. High School is 0.39, 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
#114 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
4%
15%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Souderton Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Souderton Area Sr. High School is ranked #114 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Souderton Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Souderton Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Penn Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Souderton Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Souderton Area Sr. High School is 91%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Souderton Area Sr. High School?
2,129 students attend Souderton Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Souderton Area Sr. High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Souderton Area Sr. High School?
Souderton Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Souderton Area Sr. High School offer ?
Souderton Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Souderton Area Sr. High School part of?
Souderton Area Sr. High School is part of Souderton Area School District.
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