Below Average
#2410 of 2,846 schools in PA
Pottstown HS
High School · Pottstown SD
750 N Washington St, Pottstown, PA 19464
Enrollment
921
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
921
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,410 of 2,846
In Pottstown
#12 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Pottstown SD
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About Pottstown HS
Pottstown HS is a public high school in Pottstown, PA, part of Pottstown SD. Pottstown HS serves approximately 921 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pottstown HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,410 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Pottstown HS show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
73% of students at Pottstown HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pottstown HS — Students at Pottstown HS score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 6.9/10.
How Pottstown HS Compares
See how Pottstown 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
750 N Washington St, Pottstown, PA 19464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pottstown HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pottsgrove SHS (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE HILL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pottstown, see our Pottstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pottstown MS Pottstown | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Franklin El Sch Pottstown | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| COTTAGE SEVEN ACADEMY Pottstown | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| THE HILL SCHOOL Pottstown | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln El Sch Pottstown | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Rupert El Sch Pottstown | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Pottsgrove SHS Pottstown | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Pottsgrove MS Pottstown | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WYNDCROFT SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| BUXMONT ACADEMY Pipersville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Ringing Rocks El Sch Pottstown | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| CREATIVE MINDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.7 mi | — |
| Lower Pottsgrove El Sch Pottstown | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST-MONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pottstown | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Barth El Sch Pottstown | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| North Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MALVERN ACADEMY Stowe | 2.1 mi | — |
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Pottstown | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WEE CARE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Sanatoga | 2.5 mi | — |
| East Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,338
Median Home Value
$231,700
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
48,084
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pottstown HS
What grades does Pottstown HS serve?
Pottstown HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pottstown HS?
Pottstown HS has an enrollment of approximately 921 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pottstown HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Pottstown HS is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pottstown HS rank in PA?
Pottstown HS ranks #2,410 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Pottstown HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Pottstown HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Pottstown HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pottstown HS has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pottstown HS a charter school?
No, Pottstown HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pottstown HS a Title I school?
No, Pottstown HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pottstown HS?
100.0% of students at Pottstown 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
- 921
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.0%
- Phone
- (610) 970-6700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Pottstown SD- District Enrollment
- 3,308
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,474
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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