Below Average
#2329 of 2,846 schools in PA
Norristown Area HS
High School · Norristown Area SD
1900 Eagle Dr, Norristown, PA 19403
Enrollment
2,273
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,273
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,329 of 2,846
In Norristown
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
Norristown Area SD
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Norristown Area HS
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About Norristown Area HS
Norristown Area HS is a public high school in Norristown, PA, part of Norristown Area SD. Norristown Area HS serves approximately 2,273 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Norristown Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,329 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Norristown Area HS show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 3.2
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Norristown Area HS is a large school: 2,273 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Norristown Area HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Norristown Area HS — Students at Norristown Area HS score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.6/10.
How Norristown Area HS Compares
See how Norristown Area HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1900 Eagle Dr, Norristown, PA 19403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norristown Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Methacton HS (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Eagleville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area HS (rated 1.9/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Norristown, see our Norristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehall El Sch Norristown | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Paul V Fly El Sch Norristown | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Marshall Street El Sch Norristown | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Blockson MS Norristown | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| VISITATION BVM SCHOOL Trooper | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Eisenhower MS Norristown | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area HS Norristown | 1.9 mi | 1.9 |
| THE PATHWAY SCHOOL Norristown | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Davenport El Sch Norristown | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| SHORT STUFF AND CO INC Norristown | 2.0 mi | — |
| Cole Manor El Sch Norristown | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Hancock El Sch Norristown | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| East Norriton MS Norristown | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY East Norriton | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodland El Sch Norristown | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Methacton HS Eagleville | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Eagleville El Sch Eagleville | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| CAPSTONE ACADEMY East Norriton | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Bridgeport El Sch Bridgeport | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Caley El Sch King Of Prussia | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,996
Median Home Value
$355,700
Median Rent
$1,640/mo
Population
43,967
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lincoln HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
| Truman SHS Levittown, PA | 4.3 |
| Louis E Dieruff HS Allentown, PA | 4.8 |
| William Penn SHS York, PA | 4.2 |
| William Allen HS Allentown, PA | 4.1 |
| Butler Area SHS Butler, PA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norristown Area HS
What grades does Norristown Area HS serve?
Norristown Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Norristown Area HS?
Norristown Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 2,273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norristown Area HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Norristown Area HS is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norristown Area HS rank in PA?
Norristown Area HS ranks #2,329 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Norristown Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Norristown Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Norristown Area HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norristown Area HS has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Norristown Area HS a charter school?
No, Norristown Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norristown Area HS a Title I school?
No, Norristown Area HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norristown Area HS?
100.1% of students at Norristown 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 129
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (610) 630-5090
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Norristown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,662
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,833
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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