Serving 848 students in grades 9-12, Lower Moreland High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Moreland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lower Moreland High School's student population of 848 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Lower Moreland High School 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 Lower Moreland High School is 0.46, 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
#111 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
70%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Lower Moreland High School's ranking?
Lower Moreland High School is ranked #111 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Moreland High School?
The graduation rate of Lower Moreland High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lower Moreland High School?
848 students attend Lower Moreland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lower Moreland High School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lower Moreland High School?
Lower Moreland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lower Moreland High School offer ?
Lower Moreland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lower Moreland High School part of?
Lower Moreland High School is part of Lower Moreland Township School District.
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