Bayard Rustin High School is a high school of the West Chester Area School District, in Westtown Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Serving 1,189 students in grades 9-12, West Chester Bayard Rustin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School's student population of 1,189 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
White, Gold
School Rankings
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School 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 West Chester Bayard Rustin High School is 0.37, 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
#359 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Chester Bayard Rustin High School's ranking?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School is ranked #359 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Chester Bayard Rustin High School often compared to?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Chester Henderson High School, West Chester East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School?
The graduation rate of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Chester Bayard Rustin High School?
1,189 students attend West Chester Bayard Rustin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Chester Bayard Rustin High School?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Chester Bayard Rustin High School offer ?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Chester Bayard Rustin High School part of?
West Chester Bayard Rustin High School is part of West Chester Area School District.
School Reviews
5 9/13/2013
This school is amazing. Brand new facilities, not even seven years old. Definitely the best school in the area, I am so glad they built it in time for me to attend all four years and be the first graduating class to go all four years. Go Knights!
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