UPPER PERKIOMEN HIGH SCHOOL

Upper Perkiomen HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Upper Perkiomen SD school district, located in Pennsburg, PA with about 971 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 61 teachers, Upper Perkiomen HS 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.

Upper Perkiomen High School, located in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Upper Perkiomen School District. The school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic preparation with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to meet diverse student needs, offering advanced placement courses, vocational-technical pathways, and robust support systems aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success, whether in higher education, the workforce, or the military.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a vibrant campus life that encourages student involvement in athletics, the arts, and various service-oriented clubs. As a central hub for the local community, Upper Perkiomen High School focuses on fostering a culture of school spirit, inclusivity, and academic achievement. By leveraging modern resources and a dedicated faculty, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are equipped with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to navigate their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Upper Perkiomen HS at (215) 679-5935 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2 Walt Rd
Pennsburg, PA 18073-1732
Advertisement

UPPER PERKIOMEN HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Pennsburg, PA with about 971 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Upper Perkiomen SD
Total Students:
971
Teachers:
61.25
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
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.

Advertisement

School Demographics for 971 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending UPPER PERKIOMEN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
88.2%
Hispanic/Latino
4.1%
Black or African American
3.4%
Asian
2.3%
Two or more races
1.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.