Serving 1,117 students in grades 9-12, Abington Heights High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abington Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Abington Heights High School's student population of 1,117 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Rankings
Abington Heights High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abington Heights High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#916 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abington Heights High School's ranking?
Abington Heights High School is ranked #916 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Abington Heights High School often compared to?
Abington Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pocono High School, Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Abington Heights High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Abington Heights High School?
1,117 students attend Abington Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Abington Heights High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abington Heights High School?
Abington Heights High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abington Heights High School offer ?
Abington Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abington Heights High School part of?
Abington Heights High School is part of Abington Heights School District.
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