POTTSTOWN SHS

Pottstown SHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Pottstown SD school district, located in Pottstown, PA with about 828 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 59 teachers, Pottstown 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.

Pottstown Senior High School, located at 750 N. Washington St. in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Pottstown School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. As a cornerstone of the local community, the high school focuses on a comprehensive curriculum that balances academic rigor with personal growth, aiming to equip students with the critical thinking and technical skills necessary for a rapidly evolving global economy.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Pottstown Senior High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and arts programs. The administration and faculty strive to cultivate a culture of "Pottstown Pride," encouraging students to be active participants in their school community while providing support services to address diverse learning needs. By maintaining a focus on both scholarship and character development, the school works to ensure that its graduates are well-prepared, responsible citizens ready to contribute positively to their community and beyond.

For more information, contact Pottstown SHS at (610) 970-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

750 N Washington St
Pottstown, PA 19464-4748
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POTTSTOWN SHS is a public Title I school in Pottstown, PA with about 828 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Pottstown SD
Total Students:
828
Teachers:
59.75
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
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 828 students

Black or African American
38.9%
White
34.3%
Hispanic/Latino
17.6%
Two or more races
7.6%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

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.