Serving 1,808 students in grades 9-12, Downingtown High School West Campus ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 19% 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: 1,808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downingtown High School West Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Downingtown High School West Campus's student population of 1,808 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Downingtown High School West Campus 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 Downingtown High School West Campus is 0.34, 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
#34 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downingtown High School West Campus's ranking?
Downingtown High School West Campus is ranked #34 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Downingtown High School West Campus often compared to?
Downingtown High School West Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Downingtown High School East Campus, Downingtown Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downingtown High School West Campus?
The graduation rate of Downingtown High School West Campus is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Downingtown High School West Campus?
1,808 students attend Downingtown High School West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Downingtown High School West Campus students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downingtown High School West Campus?
Downingtown High School West Campus has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Downingtown High School West Campus offer ?
Downingtown High School West Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Downingtown High School West Campus part of?
Downingtown High School West Campus is part of Downingtown Area School District.
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