WISSAHICKON SHS

Wissahickon SHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Wissahickon SD school district, located in Ambler, PA with about 1,360 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 110 teachers, Wissahickon SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wissahickon Senior High School, located in Ambler, Pennsylvania, is the sole high school serving the Wissahickon School District. It is widely recognized for its strong commitment to academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top public high schools in the region. The school provides a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level tracks, and robust elective offerings in the arts, humanities, and sciences, all designed to prepare students for success in higher education and diverse career paths.

Beyond its rigorous academic environment, Wissahickon Senior High School places a significant emphasis on the development of the "whole student" through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. Students are encouraged to participate in a deep catalog of athletics, performing arts programs, competitive clubs, and community service initiatives, which foster a vibrant and inclusive school culture. The school is supported by an engaged local community and prides itself on maintaining modern facilities and a dedicated faculty focused on student growth, character development, and academic achievement.

For more information, contact Wissahickon SHS at (215) 619-8112 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.