Pennsbury High School is a four-year public high school located in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of Pennsbury School District.
Serving 2,869 students in grades 9-12, Pennsbury 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 84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 28% 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: 2,869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pennsbury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pennsbury High School's student population of 2,869 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 221 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
221 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Pennsbury 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 Pennsbury High School is 0.47, 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
#116 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennsbury High School's ranking?
Pennsbury High School is ranked #116 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pennsbury High School often compared to?
Pennsbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshaminy High School, Council Rock High School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pennsbury High School?
The graduation rate of Pennsbury High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pennsbury High School?
2,869 students attend Pennsbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pennsbury High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennsbury High School?
Pennsbury High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pennsbury High School offer ?
Pennsbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pennsbury High School part of?
Pennsbury High School is part of Pennsbury School District.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2007
Pennsbury is a wonderful learning center for students coming from all backgrounds. There is plenty available for students, such as extracurriculars, many that are consistently declining in neighboring schools. Such availabilities are music, several choral programs to take which count as a regular class, various clubs, including Morningstar, art clubs, and more. There are also numerous sports students can take part in, both male and female. Each year we hear about the outstanding sports teams that come from Pennsbury. While the school has its share of problems, just as does every other,though it does not let such problems keep them from educating students to the best of their ability. I would recommend this school to someone who has just moved into the district, or thinking about transferring their child out of their current district. Parents are able to find out what their child does in school each day, with such organizations as PTO or PTA. I'm sure a good percentage of people would agree with me here.
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