Marple Newtown SHS

School Overview
Marple Newtown Senior High School, located in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Marple Newtown School District. The school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities. It is highly regarded within the suburban Philadelphia area for its commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, offering a robust curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment programs, and various career-focused electives designed to cater to a wide array of student interests and future aspirations.

Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by strong community involvement and a rich history of student participation in athletics, the arts, and specialized clubs. Marple Newtown SHS places a significant emphasis on developing well-rounded citizens, often leveraging its location to provide students with unique regional learning opportunities. The faculty and administration are dedicated to maintaining a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes both the intellectual growth and the social-emotional well-being of the student body, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped for the challenges of college and the workforce.
1,189
Total Students
82.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Marple Newtown SHS
Demographic Student Count
White972
Hispanic35
Black44
Asian117
Two or More21
  • White
    972 (81.7 %)
  • Asian
    117 (9.8 %)
  • Black
    44 (3.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    35 (2.9 %)
  • Two or More
    21 (1.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Marple Newtown SD
Phone: (610)359-4218
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,189
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 82.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 321
Grade 10 306
Grade 11 292
Grade 12 270

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Marple Newtown SHS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9321
Grade 10306
Grade 11292
Grade 12270
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Marple Newtown SHS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female59149.7%
Male59850.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)