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#1399 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 49% in state

William Tennent HS

High School · Centennial SD

333 Centennial Rd, Warminster, PA 18974

Enrollment

1,764

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,399 of 2,846

In Warminster

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Centennial SD

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.4/10

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

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About William Tennent HS

William Tennent HS is a public high school in Warminster, PA, part of Centennial SD. William Tennent HS serves approximately 1,764 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. William Tennent HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,399 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for William Tennent HS show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.8% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation13.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,775
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

William Tennent HS — Students at William Tennent HS score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
34.2%
ELA
51.8%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How William Tennent HS Compares

See how William Tennent HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in PA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.8
Sports
11
5 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
130 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
13.6% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
5 boys'·6 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

333 Centennial Rd, Warminster, PA 18974

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Tennent HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Upper Moreland HS (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Willow Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEYSTONE FREEDOM ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP WOOD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Warminster, see our Warminster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI CHILDREN HOUSE Warminster 0.4 mi
McDonald El Sch Warminster 0.6 mi 5.4
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Huntingdon Valley 1.2 mi
COMPREHENSIVE LEARNING CENTER Warminster 1.2 mi 6.8
FIRST CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Southampton 1.2 mi
Upper Moreland MS Hatboro 1.3 mi 5.9
HUNTINGDON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntingdon Valley 1.6 mi 6.2
Upper Moreland El Sch Hatboro 1.4 mi 7.6
KEYSTONE FREEDOM ACADEMY Warminster 1.7 mi 6.4
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Southampton 1.6 mi 6.8
Crooked Billet El Sch Hatboro 1.6 mi 8.9
Davis El Sch Southampton 1.7 mi 7.1
Klinger MS Southampton 2.0 mi 5.7
ARCHBISHOP WOOD HIGH SCHOOL Warminster 2.4 mi 5.6
Maureen M Welch El Sch Churchville 2.3 mi 6.9
Blair Mill Elementary Hatboro 2.4 mi 5.4
Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Willow Grove 2.6 mi
Upper Moreland HS Willow Grove 2.8 mi 8.0
Willow Dale El Sch Warminster 2.9 mi 5.4
Log College MS Warminster 3.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18974 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,724

Median Home Value

$407,300

Median Rent

$1,634/mo

Population

42,984

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

45.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Tennent HS

What grades does William Tennent HS serve?

William Tennent HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend William Tennent HS?

William Tennent HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,764 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Tennent HS?

The student-teacher ratio at William Tennent HS is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Tennent HS rank in PA?

William Tennent HS ranks #1,399 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is William Tennent HS's MySchoolScout rating?

William Tennent HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 William Tennent HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Tennent HS has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is William Tennent HS a charter school?

No, William Tennent HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William Tennent HS a Title I school?

No, William Tennent HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Tennent HS?

47.3% of students at William Tennent 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,764
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
130
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bucks County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

Centennial SD
District Enrollment
5,382
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,775
District Rank
#2 of 6

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