Olney High School West serves 841 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 15-19% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
841 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)15-19%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)15-19%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
37%
15%
Black
58%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)37%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olney High School West?
The graduation rate of Olney High School West is 37%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 85%.
How many students attend Olney High School West?
841 students attend Olney High School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Olney High School West students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olney High School West?
Olney High School West has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olney High School West offer ?
Olney High School West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olney High School West part of?
Olney High School West is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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