HAVERFORD SHS
Haverford SHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Haverford Township SD school district, located in Havertown, PA with about 1,761 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 120 teachers, Haverford SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Haverford High School, located in Havertown, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary institution for the School District of Haverford Township. The school is known for its robust academic environment, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level classes, and elective options designed to prepare students for higher education and professional career paths. Beyond its core academic mission, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by supporting a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including championship-caliber athletic programs, competitive arts, music ensembles, and various student-led clubs.
The institution is deeply rooted in the Havertown community, often serving as a focal point for local spirit and engagement. With a modern facility that includes updated technology and specialized learning spaces, Haverford High School focuses on fostering a collaborative atmosphere that prioritizes student development, school pride, and academic excellence. The school maintains a strong reputation for maintaining high standards for student conduct and achievement, consistently striving to balance rigorous scholastic expectations with personal growth and community service initiatives.
For more information, contact Haverford SHS at (610) 853-5900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Havertown, PA 19083-3718
(610) 853-5900
HAVERFORD SHS is a public Title I school in Havertown, PA with about 1,761 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Haverford Township SD
- Total Students:
- 1,761
- Teachers:
- 120.92
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,761 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HAVERFORD SHS is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 84.9%
- Asian
- 5.4%
- Black or African American
- 5.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.