Serving 1,722 students in grades 10-12, Central Bucks High School-south ranks in the top 30% 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 91% (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 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Bucks High School-south ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Bucks High School-south's student population of 1,722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Bucks High School-south ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Bucks High School-south is 0.39, which is less 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
#563 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Bucks High School-south's ranking?
Central Bucks High School-south is ranked #563 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Bucks High School-south often compared to?
Central Bucks High School-southis often viewed alongside schools like Central Bucks High School-east, Central Bucks High School-west by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% 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 Central Bucks High School-south?
The graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-south is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Bucks High School-south?
1,722 students attend Central Bucks High School-south.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Central Bucks High School-south students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Bucks High School-south?
Central Bucks High School-south has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Bucks High School-south offer ?
Central Bucks High School-south offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Bucks High School-south part of?
Central Bucks High School-south is part of Central Bucks SD School District.
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