Serving 1,059 students in grades 9-12, Upper Perkiomen High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,059 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Perkiomen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Perkiomen High School's student population of 1,059 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,059 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Perkiomen High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Perkiomen High School is 0.32, 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
#627 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
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 Upper Perkiomen High School's ranking?
Upper Perkiomen High School is ranked #627 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Upper Perkiomen High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Perkiomen High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Upper Perkiomen High School?
1,059 students attend Upper Perkiomen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Upper Perkiomen High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Perkiomen High School?
Upper Perkiomen High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Perkiomen High School offer ?
Upper Perkiomen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Perkiomen High School part of?
Upper Perkiomen High School is part of Upper Perkiomen School District.
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