Abington Senior High School is a four-year co-educational high school in Abington, Pennsylvania, United States. A part of the Abington School District, the school was a two-year high school known as Abington South Campus from September 1964 until June 1983.
Serving 2,793 students in grades 9-12, Abington Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Abington Sr. High School's student population of 2,793 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abington Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abington Sr. High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1599 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
20%
14%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Galloping Ghost
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abington Sr. High School's ranking?
Abington Sr. High School is ranked #1599 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% 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 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Abington Sr. High School?
2,793 students attend Abington Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Abington Sr. High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 18:1, 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 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abington Sr. High School part of?
Abington Sr. High School is part of Abington School District.
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