Serving 1,954 students in grades 10-12, Abington Sr. High School ranks in the top 50% 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 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,954 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abington Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Abington Sr. High School's student population of 1,954 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,954 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abington Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abington Sr. High School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#861 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
20%
14%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abington Sr. High School's ranking?
Abington Sr. High School is ranked #861 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Abington Sr. High School often compared to?
Abington Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheltenham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abington Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Abington Sr. High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Abington Sr. High School?
1,954 students attend Abington Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Abington Sr. High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abington Sr. High School?
Abington Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abington Sr. High School offer ?
Abington Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Abington Sr. High School part of?
Abington Sr. High School is part of Abington SD School District.
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