Serving 1,442 students in grades 9-12, Cheltenham High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,442 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 74%
Graduation Rate
: 93% (Top 50% in PA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%
Math Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 57% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Cheltenham High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cheltenham High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Cheltenham High School is ranked #708 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cheltenham High School often compared to?
Cheltenham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cheltenham High School?
The graduation rate of Cheltenham High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cheltenham High School?
1,442 students attend Cheltenham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cheltenham High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cheltenham High School?
Cheltenham High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cheltenham High School offer ?
Cheltenham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cheltenham High School part of?
Cheltenham continues to be amazing — I moved back here so my children could attend. My current kindergartener is LOVING IT. Be warned: when you hear folks say that it used to be great are actually saying it used to be white It''s an excellent district with a passionate community, and everybody is working hard to make sure to meet the needs of each and every student.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Proud Parent
11/27/2021
I agree this school district used to be great. Unfortunately, everyone moved out.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Former student
13/27/2020
Cheltenham used to be a fantastic district. In recent years academics and discipline have deteriorated. When coupled with high taxes make us wonder why Cheltenham?
- Posted by Parent - Concerned Parent
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,442 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 74%
Graduation Rate
: 93% (Top 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%
Math Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 57% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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