Bensalem High School is a public high school in Bensalem, Pennsylvania.
Serving 2,116 students in grades 9-12, Bensalem Twp 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bensalem Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Bensalem Twp High School's student population of 2,116 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
Year Founded
1920
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Bensalem Twp 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 Bensalem Twp High School is 0.70, 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
#1670 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
47%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Bensalem Twp High School's ranking?
Bensalem Twp High School is ranked #1670 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bensalem Twp High School often compared to?
Bensalem Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshaminy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bensalem Twp High School?
The graduation rate of Bensalem Twp High School is 89%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bensalem Twp High School?
2,116 students attend Bensalem Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bensalem Twp High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bensalem Twp High School?
Bensalem Twp High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bensalem Twp High School offer ?
Bensalem Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bensalem Twp High School part of?
Bensalem Twp High School is part of Bensalem Township School District.
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