Haverford Senior High School is the public high school of Haverford Township, Pennsylvania, United States, operated by the School District of Haverford Township. It is at 200 Mill Road in Havertown.
Serving 2,020 students in grades 9-12, Haverford Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,020 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haverford Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Haverford Sr. High School's student population of 2,020 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Mascot
Fords
School Rankings
Haverford Sr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haverford Sr. High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fords
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haverford Sr. High School's ranking?
Haverford Sr. High School is ranked #456 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Haverford Sr. High School often compared to?
Haverford Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Haverford Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Haverford Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Haverford Sr. High School?
2,020 students attend Haverford Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Haverford Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haverford Sr. High School?
Haverford Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haverford Sr. High School offer ?
Haverford Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haverford Sr. High School part of?
Haverford Sr. High School is part of Haverford Township School District.
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