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William Penn Senior High School

York City SD · York County · 101 W College Ave, York, PA 17403.0

(717)849-1218

1/10
#578
Rank 578 out of 625
Top 92%
English Language Arts1/10 · #583 · 7th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #573 · 8th percentile
Science1/10 · #573 · 7th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

William Penn Senior High School serves the heart of York City, a small post-industrial city in south-central Pennsylvania that's been working hard on its revitalization — with a growing arts scene, historic architecture, and a tight-knit community pride that runs deep. The school faces real challenges, as reflected in its rankings, and families considering it should go in with clear eyes and a plan for supplementing academics through tutoring, dual enrollment at nearby York College, or community programs. For families already rooted in York City who are engaged and proactive, William Penn can still be a place to find connections, extracurriculars, and a sense of belonging in a community that's genuinely invested in its own comeback story.

Student Demographics

272 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
125 (46%)
African American
115 (42%)
Multiple Races
21 (8%)
White
11 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners73 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged184 (68%)
Students with Disabilities46 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,681
Enrollment
113.2
Teachers (FTE)
14.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

70.5%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.

11
AP Courses
offered
5.7%
AP Participation
of students
88
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 · #104 · 85th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found