Phoenixville Area High School is a senior high school located on 1200 Gay St, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. It is a member of the Phoenixville Area School District and teaches students from grades nine through twelve.
Serving 1,249 students in grades 9-12, Phoenixville Area High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenixville Area High School's student population of 1,249 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
Phoenixville Area 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 Phoenixville Area High School is 0.52, 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
#794 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Phantom
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenixville Area High School's ranking?
Phoenixville Area High School is ranked #794 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Phoenixville Area High School often compared to?
Phoenixville Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenixville Area High School?
The graduation rate of Phoenixville Area High School is 91%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Phoenixville Area High School?
1,249 students attend Phoenixville Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Phoenixville Area High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenixville Area High School?
Phoenixville Area High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenixville Area High School offer ?
Phoenixville Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoenixville Area High School part of?
Phoenixville Area High School is part of Phoenixville Area School District.
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