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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

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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