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#460 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 16% in state

Daniel Boone Area HS

High School · Daniel Boone Area SD

501 Chestnut St PO Box 450, Birdsboro, PA 19508

Enrollment

972

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#460 of 2,846

In Birdsboro

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Daniel Boone Area SD

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Daniel Boone Area HS

8.0/10

High School in Birdsboro · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Daniel Boone Area HS

Daniel Boone Area HS is a public high school in Birdsboro, PA, part of Daniel Boone Area SD. Daniel Boone Area HS serves approximately 972 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel Boone Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #460 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Daniel Boone Area HS show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above PA schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.1% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.8% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation39%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,400
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Daniel Boone Area HS — Students at Daniel Boone Area HS score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 75.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
64.0% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2024
Math
42.1%
ELA
75.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Daniel Boone Area HS Compares

See how Daniel Boone Area HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
84th percentile in PA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.8
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
39% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·9 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

501 Chestnut St PO Box 450, Birdsboro, PA 19508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Daniel Boone Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Twin Valley HS (rated 8.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Elverson), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Exeter Twp SHS (rated 6.9/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Reading), a more accessible option. Additionally, PINE FORGE ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Pine Forge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Birdsboro, see our Birdsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HAPPY HEART EARLY LEARNING CENTER Douglassville 1.2 mi
Daniel Boone Area Primary Ctr Birdsboro 1.8 mi 8.0
BERKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Birdsboro 2.3 mi 8.2
Lorane El Sch Reading 3.9 mi 4.7
Daniel Boone Area MS Douglassville 4.3 mi 5.6
Daniel Boone Area Intermediate Cntr Douglassville 4.1 mi 7.3
RIVER ROCK ACADEMY AMITY CAMPUS Douglassville 4.3 mi
Owatin Creek El Sch Reading 4.9 mi 4.5
Robeson El Ctr Birdsboro 3.9 mi 8.5
Jacksonwald El Sch Reading 5.4 mi 4.8
Reiffton Sch Reading 5.3 mi 6.3
Exeter Twp JHS Reading 5.6 mi 3.9
Exeter Twp SHS Reading 5.9 mi 6.9
PINE FORGE ACADEMY Pine Forge 5.2 mi 6.5
JESSIE R WAGNER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Pine Forge 5.3 mi
Twin Valley HS Elverson 7.2 mi 8.7
West Pottsgrove El Sch Stowe 5.9 mi 8.0
Twin Valley El Ctr Elverson 7.5 mi 8.0
Twin Valley MS Elverson 7.2 mi 6.6
Mt Penn Primary Ctr Reading 7.0 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,409

Median Home Value

$242,100

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

15,066

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

81.2%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daniel Boone Area HS

What grades does Daniel Boone Area HS serve?

Daniel Boone Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Daniel Boone Area HS?

Daniel Boone Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 972 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel Boone Area HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Daniel Boone Area HS is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Daniel Boone Area HS rank in PA?

Daniel Boone Area HS ranks #460 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Daniel Boone Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Daniel Boone Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Daniel Boone Area HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel Boone Area HS has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Daniel Boone Area HS a charter school?

No, Daniel Boone Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Daniel Boone Area HS a Title I school?

No, Daniel Boone Area HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel Boone Area HS?

38.2% of students at Daniel Boone Area HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
972
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Berks County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Daniel Boone Area SD
District Enrollment
2,947
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,400
District Rank
#1 of 4

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