School Overview
West Chester East High School, located in West Chester, Pennsylvania, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12 within the West Chester Area School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level classes, and diverse elective options designed to prepare students for higher education and professional careers. The school environment emphasizes a balance between challenging coursework and personal development, supported by a faculty dedicated to fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning.

Beyond the classroom, West Chester East boasts a vibrant school culture characterized by a broad spectrum of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletic programs, competitive arts, music ensembles, and various student-led clubs. These offerings are intended to help students build leadership skills, pursue personal interests, and engage with the local community. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and holistic student growth, West Chester East High School remains a key pillar of the West Chester community, consistently striving to create an inclusive and high-achieving educational experience for all its students.
1,251
Total Students
89.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Chester East HS
Demographic Student Count
White900
Hispanic137
Black76
Asian95
Two or More39
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    900 (71.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    137 (11.0 %)
  • Asian
    95 (7.6 %)
  • Black
    76 (6.1 %)
  • Two or More
    39 (3.1 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: West Chester Area SD
Phone: (484)266-3800
Website: http://www.wcasd.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,251
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 89.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 314
Grade 10 312
Grade 11 314
Grade 12 311

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West Chester East HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9314
Grade 10312
Grade 11314
Grade 12311
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West Chester East HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female61849.4%
Male63350.6%
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