Central Bucks High School - West, often shortened to CB West, is a public high school housing students in grades ten through twelve. It is located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania and is part of the Central Bucks School District. During the 2020-2021 school year, CB West had a total enrollment of 1,491.
Serving 1,465 students in grades 10-12, Central Bucks High School-west ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Bucks High School-west ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Bucks High School-west's student population of 1,465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
Central Bucks High School-west ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Bucks High School-west is 0.32, 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
#294 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buckshot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Bucks High School-west's ranking?
Central Bucks High School-west is ranked #294 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Bucks High School-west often compared to?
Central Bucks High School-westis often viewed alongside schools like Central Bucks High School-east, Central Bucks High School-south by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-west?
The graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-west is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Bucks High School-west?
1,465 students attend Central Bucks High School-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Central Bucks High School-west students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Bucks High School-west?
Central Bucks High School-west has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Bucks High School-west offer ?
Central Bucks High School-west offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Bucks High School-west part of?
Central Bucks High School-west is part of Central Bucks School District.
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