Serving 326 students in grades 9-12, Bristol 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristol High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bristol High School's student population of 326 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Bristol 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 Bristol High School is 0.68, 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
#1905 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
15%
14%
White
47%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
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 Bristol High School's ranking?
Bristol High School is ranked #1905 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bristol High School often compared to?
Bristol High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bensalem Twp High School, Truman Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bristol High School?
The graduation rate of Bristol High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bristol High School?
326 students attend Bristol High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bristol High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bristol High School?
Bristol High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bristol High School offer ?
Bristol High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristol High School part of?
Bristol High School is part of Bristol Borough School District.
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