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Wissahickon Senior High School

Wissahickon SD · Montgomery County · 521 Houston Rd, Ambler, PA 19002.0

(215)619-8112

10/10
#46
Rank 46 out of 625
Top 7%
English Language Arts10/10 · #34 · 95th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #60 · 91st percentile
Science9/10 · #82 · 87th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Wissahickon Senior High School sits in Ambler, a walkable Montgomery County borough with a charming downtown, local restaurants, and easy access to both Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs — a sweet spot for families who want suburban comfort without feeling disconnected from the city. The school consistently ranks among the top 50 in Pennsylvania, with particular strength in English and solid performance across math and science, making it a great fit for academically driven students. Families who prioritize a well-rounded, high-achieving environment in a community that feels genuinely rooted — not just a bedroom suburb — tend to thrive here.

Student Demographics

327 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
180 (55%)
Asian
61 (19%)
African American
33 (10%)
Hispanic
27 (8%)
Multiple Races
26 (8%)

Key Indicators

English Learners5 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged86 (26%)
Students with Disabilities55 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,480
Enrollment
121
Teachers (FTE)
12.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

95.9%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.

26
AP Courses
offered
28.2%
AP Participation
of students
412
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 Programs8/10 · #151 · 77th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found