Upper Dublin High School is a four-year public high school located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. It is the sole high school in the Upper Dublin School District. UDHS is recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the United States Department of Education.
Serving 1,280 students in grades 9-12, Upper Dublin High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Dublin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Upper Dublin High School's student population of 1,280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Grey, Cardinal
School Rankings
Upper Dublin High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Dublin High School is 0.45, 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
#55 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Clyde The Cardinal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Dublin High School's ranking?
Upper Dublin High School is ranked #55 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Dublin High School often compared to?
Upper Dublin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wissahickon Sr. High School, Hatboro-horsham Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Dublin High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Dublin High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Upper Dublin High School?
1,280 students attend Upper Dublin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Upper Dublin High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Dublin High School?
Upper Dublin High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Dublin High School offer ?
Upper Dublin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Dublin High School part of?
Upper Dublin High School is part of Upper Dublin School District.
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