Serving 2,984 students in grades 9-12, William Allen 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 2,984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Allen High School's student population of 2,984 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Year Founded
1858
School Colors
Blue, Yellow
School Rankings
William Allen 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 William Allen High School is 0.42, 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
#2105 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
75%
15%
Black
14%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
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 William Allen High School's ranking?
William Allen High School is ranked #2105 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are William Allen High School often compared to?
William Allen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louis E Dieruff High School, Parkland 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 36% PA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Allen High School?
The graduation rate of William Allen High School is 77%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend William Allen High School?
2,984 students attend William Allen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of William Allen High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Allen High School?
William Allen High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does William Allen High School offer ?
William Allen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Allen High School part of?
William Allen High School is part of Allentown City School District.
In what neighborhood is William Allen High School located?
William Allen High School is located in the West Park neighborhood of Allentown, PA.
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