Serving 1,774 students in grades 9-12, William Tennent High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Tennent 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
William Tennent High School's student population of 1,774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Tennent 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 William Tennent High School is 0.47, 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
#457 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 William Tennent High School's ranking?
William Tennent High School is ranked #457 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Tennent High School?
The graduation rate of William Tennent High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend William Tennent High School?
1,774 students attend William Tennent High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of William Tennent High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Tennent High School?
William Tennent High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does William Tennent High School offer ?
William Tennent High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is William Tennent High School part of?
William Tennent High School is part of Centennial School District.
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