Serving 869 students in grades 9-12, West York Area High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West York Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West York Area High School's student population of 869 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West York Area 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 West York Area High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#459 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
13%
14%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West York Area High School's ranking?
West York Area High School is ranked #459 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West York Area High School often compared to?
West York Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like York Suburban Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West York Area High School?
The graduation rate of West York Area High School is 86%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West York Area High School?
869 students attend West York Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West York Area High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West York Area High School?
West York Area High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West York Area High School offer ?
West York Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West York Area High School part of?
West York Area High School is part of West York Area School District.
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