Serving 1,459 students in grades 9-12, Wissahickon Sr. High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), 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: 1,459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wissahickon 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
Diversity
School Overview
Wissahickon Sr. High School's student population of 1,459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wissahickon Sr. High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wissahickon Sr. High School is 0.62, 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
#7 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Wissahickon Sr. High School's ranking?
Wissahickon Sr. High School is ranked #7 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wissahickon Sr. High School often compared to?
Wissahickon Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Dublin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wissahickon Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Wissahickon Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wissahickon Sr. High School?
1,459 students attend Wissahickon Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wissahickon Sr. High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wissahickon Sr. High School?
Wissahickon Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wissahickon Sr. High School offer ?
Wissahickon Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wissahickon Sr. High School part of?
Wissahickon Sr. High School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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