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West Chester Henderson High School

West Chester Area SD · Chester County · 400 Montgomery Ave, West Chester, PA 19380.0

(484)266-3300

8/10
#129
Rank 129 out of 625
Top 20%
English Language Arts8/10 · #161 · 74th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #119 · 81st percentile
Science8/10 · #166 · 73rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

West Chester Henderson High School sits in the heart of West Chester Borough, one of Chester County's most charming and walkable communities — think tree-lined streets, a lively downtown, and a genuine small-town feel just 30 miles outside Philadelphia. Henderson consistently performs in the top fifth of Pennsylvania high schools, with particular strength in math, making it a solid choice for families who want rigorous academics without sacrificing that close-knit community atmosphere. Families drawn to a well-rounded suburban experience — good schools, walkable neighborhoods, and easy access to the city — tend to find West Chester a genuinely great place to put down roots.

Student Demographics

369 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
271 (73%)
Hispanic
43 (12%)
Asian
33 (9%)
African American
15 (4%)
Multiple Races
6 (2%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners20 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged74 (20%)
Students with Disabilities52 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,445
Enrollment
111.3
Teachers (FTE)
13:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

96.6%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

24
AP Courses
offered
40.9%
AP Participation
of students
584
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #93 · 86th percentile

87 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found