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William Allen High School

Allentown City SD · Lehigh County · 106 N 17th St, Allentown, PA 18104.0

(484)765-5001

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1/10
#568
Rank 568 out of 625
Top 91%
English Language Arts1/10 · #566 · 10th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #565 · 10th percentile
Science1/10 · #559 · 9th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

William Allen High School serves one of Pennsylvania's most diverse urban communities in Allentown, a city that's been undergoing significant revitalization along the Lehigh River corridor. The school draws a wide range of students reflecting the city's rich Latino heritage and immigrant communities, making it a genuinely multicultural environment that prepares kids for the real world in ways smaller, more homogeneous schools simply can't. Families who value diversity, urban energy, and a school that mirrors the broader Allentown community will find William Allen to be a true reflection of the city it calls home.

Student Demographics

437 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
314 (72%)
African American
64 (15%)
Multiple Races
27 (6%)
White
25 (6%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners104 (24%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged315 (72%)
Students with Disabilities79 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

3,074
Enrollment
185.5
Teachers (FTE)
16.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

67.7%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.

8
AP Courses
offered
2.1%
AP Participation
of students
59
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 · #88 · 87th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found