NORTH PENN SHS

North Penn SHS is a public high school that is part of the North Penn SD school district, located in Lansdale, PA with about 3,120 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 206 teachers, North Penn SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

North Penn Senior High School (NPSHS), located in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is a large, comprehensive public high school serving students in grades 10 through 12. As part of the North Penn School District, the school is known for its expansive campus and a highly diverse student body, which is supported by a broad array of academic programs. The curriculum is designed to cater to a wide range of interests and post-graduation goals, offering everything from rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses and honors tracks to specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways.

Beyond its academic offerings, North Penn Senior High School is recognized for its robust extracurricular culture. The school hosts a vast selection of clubs, intramural activities, and highly competitive athletic programs, all of which contribute to a vibrant "school spirit" environment. Because of its significant size, the school places a strong emphasis on creating smaller communities within the larger population, ensuring that students have access to personalized support and guidance as they navigate their final years of high school before transitioning to college or the workforce.

For more information, contact North Penn SHS at (215) 368-9800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1340 S Valley Forge Rd
Lansdale, PA 19446-4798
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NORTH PENN SHS is a public school in Lansdale, PA with about 3,120 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
North Penn SD
Total Students:
3,120
Teachers:
206.82
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 3,120 students

White
61.7%
Asian
20.9%
Black or African American
9.1%
Hispanic/Latino
6.3%
Two or more races
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.